Sunday Best Roasted Chicken Recipe

Name: Sunday Best Roasted Chicken
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 12 lbs whole chickens; 1 teaspoon spanish smoked paprika; ¼ teaspoon dried thyme; ½ teaspoon dried parsley; 1 teaspoon ground achiote (annatto); ½ teaspoon dried tarragon; 1 garlic cloves, minced or 1 teaspoon garlic powder; ½ teaspoon salt; ¼ teaspoon black pepper; 1 tablespoon lemon juice; 2 tablespoons honey, slightly warmed; 3 tablespoons dark rum; melted butter, for basting; lime wedge, for garnish; 1 ¼ cups fresh chicken stock; 2 tablespoons rum; tarragon (fresh or dried) or thyme (fresh or dried); salt; pepper

Servings: persons

3 12 lbs whole chickens
1 teaspoon spanish smoked paprika
¼ teaspoon dried thyme
½ teaspoon dried parsley
1 teaspoon ground achiote (annatto)
½ teaspoon dried tarragon
1 garlic cloves, minced or 1 teaspoon garlic powder
½ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon black pepper
1 tablespoon lemon juice
2 tablespoons honey, slightly warmed
3 tablespoons dark rum
melted butter, for basting
lime wedge, for garnish
1 ¼ cups fresh chicken stock
2 tablespoons rum
tarragon (fresh or dried) or thyme (fresh or dried)
salt
pepper

1
ROASTED CHICKEN: Place the chicken in a roasting pan.
2
Combine the paprika, thyme, parsley, achiote, tarragon, garlic, salt and pepper in a small bowl.
3
Rub the mixture all over the chicken, including underneath the skin.
4
Cover with plastic wrap and let marinate for at least 2 hours or overnight.
5
Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
6
In a small bowl, mix the lemon juice, honey and rum.
7
Stir well and pour over the chicken and under the skin, rubbing the mixture in well to absorb.
8
Lastly, spoon the melted butter all over the chicken.
9
Cover chicken with aluminum foil and place in oven; roast for 1 1/2 to 2 hours until fully cooked.
10
Remove foil last 30 minutes of roasting.
11
OPTIONAL PAN GRAVY: A pan gravy can be made with the drippings by transferring the drippings from the roasting pan to a small pan.
12
Add the chicken stock, rum and herbs.
13
Simmer the liquid for 10 minutes or until the gravy has reduced and thickened slightly.
14
Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper and pour into a gravy boat.
15
Serve on the side with lime wedges.

313

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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.
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 19 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 12 lbs whole chickens, 1 teaspoon spanish smoked paprika, ¼ teaspoon dried thyme, ½ teaspoon dried parsley, and more.

Yes, Sunday Best 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.

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Sunday Best Roasted Chicken

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