Description
A whole roast chicken glazed with a delightful cranberry-maple mixture that balances savory and sweet flavors, perfect for family gatherings.
Ingredients
- Whole Chicken (about 4-5 lbs)
- Fresh Cranberries (2 cups)
- Maple Syrup (1/2 cup)
- Olive Oil (1/4 cup)
- Garlic (5 cloves, minced)
- Thyme (2 teaspoons, fresh)
- Salt and Pepper (to taste)
- Lemon (1, zested and juiced)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Rinse the chicken under cold water and pat it dry with paper towels.
- Rub salt and pepper generously inside and outside of the chicken.
- In a small saucepan over medium heat, combine fresh cranberries, maple syrup, minced garlic, and thyme. Simmer until the cranberries burst, about 10 minutes.
- Stir in lemon juice and zest before removing from heat.
- Place the chicken in a roasting pan and pour half of the glaze over the top.
- Insert a meat thermometer into the thickest part of the thigh and roast for 1 to 1.5 hours, basting every 30 minutes.
- Once cooked, let the chicken rest for at least 15 minutes before serving.
Notes
For added flavor, consider using low-sodium salt or experimenting with different herbs like rosemary or sage.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 90 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
Keywords: roast chicken, cranberry glaze, family dinner, festive meal, easy recipes
