Roast Chicken With Rice And Craisin Stuffing Recipe

Name: Roast Chicken With Rice And Craisin Stuffing
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/3 cup cranberry jelly; 1 None orange, grated zest and juice; 2 tbsp rice vinegar; 2 tbsp butter, plus 2 tbsp extra; 1 None onion, finely chopped; 3 slices bacon, finely chopped; 1 clove garlic, crushed; 1/2 cup long grain rice, cooked; 1/4 cup craisins, roughly chopped; 2 tbsp parsley, chopped; 1 (4 lb) whole chicken

Servings: persons

1
Preheat oven to 350u00b0F.
2
In a small saucepan, combine cranberry jelly, juice and vinegar. Stir over low heat until melted and smooth. Simmer 2-3 minutes, to reduce slightly. Set half aside.
3
Melt 2 tbsp butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Saute onion, bacon and garlic 2-3 minutes. Transfer to a bowl with rice, craisins, parsley and zest. Mix well. Season to taste.
4
Fill chicken cavity with rice stuffing. Tie legs together with kitchen string.
5
Place chicken in a baking dish. Brush with extra butter and season to taste.
6
Bake 1 1/2 hours basting with glaze every 20 minutes, until cooked (juices will run clear when a skewer is inserted between leg and thigh joint).
7
Rest chicken 15 minutes before carving. Serve with stuffing and reserved cranberry sauce.

323

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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

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.

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: 1/3 cup cranberry jelly, 1 None orange, grated zest and juice, 2 tbsp rice vinegar, 2 tbsp butter, plus 2 tbsp extra, and more.

Yes, Roast Chicken With Rice And Craisin Stuffing 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 Rice And Craisin Stuffing

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Variations & substitutions

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