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rosemary and orange roasted chicken

(1 rating)
Recipe by
Megan Conner
Jumping Branch, WV

This is a go to recipe!It's a easy and is a sure way to wow a crowd!

(1 rating)
yield 4 serving(s)
prep time 15 Min
cook time 1 Hr 45 Min
method Bake

Ingredients For rosemary and orange roasted chicken

  • 1
    whole chicken
  • 1
    oranges and zest
  • 3 Tbsp
    fresh rosemary
  • 2 Tbsp
    olive oil, extra virgin
  • 1 Tbsp
    garlic and herb seasoning
  • salt and pepper to taste

How To Make rosemary and orange roasted chicken

  • 1
    Take whole chicken remove the insides (liver,neck and heart) wash the chicken off and pat dry with paper towels.
  • 2
    Zest the orange, slice about 4 to 5 thin slices, and juice the rest of the orange, set juice aside.
  • 3
    Combine 2 tablespoons of olive oil, zest of the orange,and salt and pepper, mix well.
  • 4
    Take the thin slices of the orange and put under the skin on the breast of the chicken.
  • 5
    Rub the olive oil mixture all over the chicken, then sprinkle on the garlic and herb seasoning, and the fresh rosemary on top.
  • 6
    Bake at 400 degrees for 1 hour and 45 minutes remember to baste the chicken with the fresh orange juice every 30 minutes.

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