Orange Rosemary Roasted Chicken
This Orange Rosemary Roasted Chicken features tender, juicy chicken infused with bright citrus and fragrant rosemary, perfect for a flavorful and easy weeknight dinner.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 whole chicken (about 4 lbs)
- 2 oranges, zested and juiced
- 3 sprigs fresh rosemary
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 tsp paprika
- 1/4 cup chicken broth
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a small bowl, combine orange zest, orange juice, minced garlic, olive oil, salt, pepper, and paprika.
- Place the chicken in a roasting pan and rub the orange-rosemary mixture all over the chicken, including under the skin.
- Stuff the cavity with rosemary sprigs and one orange sliced in half.
- Roast the chicken for 1 hour and 15 minutes, basting occasionally with pan juices.
- About 15 minutes before done, add chicken broth to the pan to keep the chicken moist.
- Remove from oven and let rest for 10 minutes before carving and serving.
Notes
For extra crispy skin, broil the chicken for the last 3-5 minutes, watching carefully to avoid burning.
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