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Clementine Roast Chicken with Fennel and Honey: An Amazing Ultimate Recipe


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  • Author: Evelyn
  • Total Time: 0 hours

Ingredients

– 1 whole chicken (around 4-5 pounds)
– 4 medium-sized clementines
– 1 large fennel bulb
– 1 large onion
– 4 tablespoons honey
– 4 tablespoons olive oil
– 4 garlic cloves, minced
– 1 teaspoon dried thyme
– Salt and pepper to taste
– Fresh thyme for garnish (optional)


Instructions

Creating a flavorful Clementine Roast Chicken with Fennel and Honey is a breeze when you follow these steps:

1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
2. Prep the Chicken: Pat the chicken dry with paper towels and season it generously with salt and pepper, both inside and out.
3. Prepare Vegetables: Slice the fennel bulb, onion, and two clementines into wedges.
4. Make Marinade: In a small bowl, mix the honey, olive oil, minced garlic, dried thyme, and the juice of one clementine.
5. Combine Ingredients: In a large roasting pan, combine the fennel, onion, and clementine wedges. Toss with a drizzle of olive oil, salt, and pepper.
6. Place Chicken: Nestle the chicken on top of the bed of vegetables.
7. Brush Marinade: Brush the honey mixture evenly over the chicken.
8. Roast: Place the roasting pan in the preheated oven and roast for about 65-75 minutes, or until the chicken is golden brown and juices run clear.
9. Rest the Chicken: Once cooked, allow the chicken to rest for about 10-15 minutes before carving.
10. Serve: Serve the chicken with the roasted vegetables and any caramelized juices drizzled on top.

These simple steps will lead to a flavorful, beautifully roasted chicken that is sure to impress.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 65-75 minutes

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 6
  • Calories: Approx. 450 kcal
  • Fat: 25g
  • Protein: 40g