Ginger Lime Roasted Chicken Recipe

Name: Ginger Lime Roasted Chicken
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 (3 -4 lb) roasting chickens; nonstick cooking spray; 4 teaspoons olive oil; 1 tablespoon paprika, sweet; 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper; 1 teaspoon garlic powder; 1 teaspoon onion powder; 2 tablespoons kosher salt; 1 large lime; 2 ounces fresh gingerroot, peeled and cut into 1 inch chunks; 3 -4 carrots, peeled (optional); 3 -4 celery ribs (optional)

Servings: persons

1 (3 -4 lb) roasting chickens
nonstick cooking spray
4 teaspoons olive oil
1 tablespoon paprika, sweet
1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon onion powder
2 tablespoons kosher salt
1 large lime
2 ounces fresh gingerroot, peeled and cut into 1 inch chunks
3 -4 carrots, peeled (optional)
3 -4 celery ribs (optional)

1
Preheat oven to 400F If you have a convection setting, use it.
2
Mix the paprika, cayenne, garlic powder, onion powder, and kosher salt in a small bowl.
3
Set aside.
4
Remove chicken from packaging and rinse thoroughly.
5
Pat dry.
6
Spray the interior of your roasting pan with non-stick spray.
7
If using, place the carrots and celery on the bottom of the roasting pan.
8
(I use these, instead of a rack for the chicken.
9
).
10
Place the chicken in the pan.
11
Rub the chicken with the olive oil.
12
Take the spice mixture and sprinkle a small amount inside the chicken's cavity.
13
Use the remaining spice mixture to rub into the outside of the bird.
14
Make sure you rub the underside of the bird with the mixture as well.
15
Cut the lime in half, or into quarters, depending upon the size of the bird.
16
Stuff the lime and ginger chunks into the bird's cavity, alternating lime and ginger pieces.
17
Place in oven and cook until a leave-in thermometer reads 180 degrees F (approximately 1 hour and 15 minutes).

160

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 (3 -4 lb) roasting chickens, nonstick cooking spray, 4 teaspoons olive oil, 1 tablespoon paprika, sweet, and more.

Yes, Ginger Lime Roasted Chicken falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Ginger Lime Roasted Chicken

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