Virtue Cider Michigan Apple And Sage Roasted Chicke

Name: Virtue Cider Michigan Apple And Sage Roasted Chicken
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 pounds Roasting Chicken, Raw; 4 tablespoons Unsalted Butter; 1 1/2 tablespoons Fresh Sage, Minced; 4 Garlic Cloves, Smashed; 1 Apple, Cored and Wedged; 1 Onion, Quartered; 1 stalk Celery, Roughly Chopped; 1 can Virtue Cider Michigan Apple; 1/2 tablespoon Salt; 1 teaspoon Black Pepper

Servings: persons

1
Preheat oven to 450 degrees F
2
Combine butter and sage in a small saucepan over medium heat until butter is melted
3
Rinse the chicken and remove giblets, trim excess fat and dry completely
4
Place chicken in roasting pan, season with salt and pepper; brush all over with melted sage butter (including cavity)
5
Stuff cavity with apple, smashed garlic, onion and celery. Tie chicken with twine to close the cavity
6
Add 1 can of Virtue Cider Michigan Apple to the base of the roasting pan and place in oven
7
Roast for 1 hour, basting with butter, natural juices and cider every 15 minutes
8
Remove the chicken from oven after reaching 160 degrees F, rest in the pan for 7-10 minutes, gently covered with aluminum foil

1077

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

147

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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 pounds Roasting Chicken, Raw, 4 tablespoons Unsalted Butter, 1 1/2 tablespoons Fresh Sage, Minced, 4 Garlic Cloves, Smashed, and more.

Yes, Virtue Cider Michigan Apple And Sage 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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Virtue Cider Michigan Apple And Sage Roasted Chicken

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