Roasted Chicken with a Guava Glaze Recipe

Name: Roasted Chicken with a Guava Glaze
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/2 cup guava paste; 1 cup orange juice; 1 lime, juiced; 1/2 cup chicken stock; 2 tablespoons cane vinegar; 1 clove garlic; 1/2 cup sliced red onion; 1 (3-pound) chicken, rinsed well inside and out and patted dry; 2 teaspoons salt; 1 teaspoon freshly ground white pepper; 1 bunch fresh thyme; Fried, salted, thinly sliced plantains, for serving, if desired

Servings: persons

1/2 cup guava paste
1 cup orange juice
1 lime, juiced
1/2 cup chicken stock
2 tablespoons cane vinegar
1 clove garlic
1/2 cup sliced red onion
1 (3-pound) chicken, rinsed well inside and out and patted dry
2 teaspoons salt
1 teaspoon freshly ground white pepper
1 bunch fresh thyme
Fried, salted, thinly sliced plantains, for serving, if desired

1
Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F.
2
Combine all the glaze ingredients in a small saucepan.
3
Simmer until reduced to 3/4 cup.
4
Place the chicken in a roasting pan.
5
Season inside and out with the salt and pepper and stuff the cavity with the thyme.
6
Place in the oven and roast for 45 minutes.
7
Remove from the oven and brush the chicken with the glaze.
8
Roast the chicken for another 15 minutes, until golden brown and an instant-read thermometer inserted into the deepest part of the thigh/leg joint registers160 degrees F. Remove from the oven, allow to cool slightly before carving into pieces and serving with fried plantains, if desired.

167

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Fat

Carbs

Protein

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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

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: 1/2 cup guava paste, 1 cup orange juice, 1 lime, juiced, 1/2 cup chicken stock, and more.

Yes, Roasted Chicken with a Guava Glaze 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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Roasted Chicken with a Guava Glaze

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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