Roast Chicken With Orange, Lemon & Ginger Recipe

Name: Roast Chicken With Orange, Lemon & Ginger
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 lemon; 1 (5 lb) roasting chickens; 1 lemon, zest of, grated (then cut lemon into quarters); 1 orange, zest of, grated (then cut orange into quarters); 3 tablespoons peeled and grated fresh gingerroot; salt & freshly ground black pepper; 5 tablespoons olive oil; 4 tablespoons fresh lemon juice; 1/2 cup fresh orange juice; 3 tablespoons honey; orange section (to garnish)

Servings: persons

1 lemon
1 (5 lb) roasting chickens
1 lemon, zest of, grated (then cut lemon into quarters)
1 orange, zest of, grated (then cut orange into quarters)
3 tablespoons peeled and grated fresh gingerroot
salt & freshly ground black pepper
5 tablespoons olive oil
4 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1/2 cup fresh orange juice
3 tablespoons honey
orange section (to garnish)

1
Preheat an oven to 400u00b0F
2
Cut the lemon into quarters.
3
Rub the outside of the chicken with one of the lemon quarters then discard.
4
In a small bowl, stir together the lemon and orange zests and 1 tablespoon of the grated ginger.
5
Rub this mixture evenly in the cavity and put the lemon and orange quarters inside the bird.
6
Place the chicken on a rack in a roasting pan.
7
Sprinkle it with salt and pepper.
8
In the now-empty small bowl, combine the melted olive oil, lemon and orange juices, honey, and the remaining 2 tablespoons ginger and mix well.
9
Place the chicken in the oven on its side and roast about ten minutes; turn on its other side and roast ten minutes more.
10
Turn oven down to 350u00b0F and turn chicken so it is roasting breast side up and roast till done--about another 40 minutesuntil the juices run clear when the thigh is pierced with a knife, about 1 hour.
11
Baste with the citrus juice mixture at least 4 times during cooking.
12
Transfer to a serving platter and let rest for 10 to 15 minutes.
13
Variation: Use 4 tablespoons pomegranate juice in place of the lemon juice.

295

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* 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

Swap the honey for maple syrup or agave for a slightly different but equally rich sweetness.

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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 lemon, 1 (5 lb) roasting chickens, 1 lemon, zest of, grated (then cut lemon into quarters), 1 orange, zest of, grated (then cut orange into quarters), and more.

Yes, Roast Chicken With Orange, Lemon & Ginger 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.

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Roast Chicken With Orange, Lemon & Ginger

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Variations & substitutions

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