Description
Cranberry Maple Roast Chicken is a delightful dish that brings together the savory flavors of roasted chicken with the sweet and tangy notes of cranberry and maple syrup. Perfect for cozy family dinners or festive gatherings, this recipe promises to impress your guests and create lasting memories. With its enticing aroma and succulent taste, it’s sure to become a favorite in your household.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 whole chicken (about 4–5 lbs)
- 1/2 cup pure maple syrup
- 1/2 cup cranberry sauce (preferably unsweetened)
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp fresh rosemary, chopped
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Rinse the chicken under cold water, pat dry, and place it in a roasting pan.
- In a bowl, mix maple syrup, cranberry sauce, garlic, salt, pepper, and rosemary until well combined.
- Coat the chicken generously with half of the glaze using a pastry brush.
- Roast the chicken for about 60-75 minutes, basting with remaining glaze halfway through cooking.
- Check doneness with a meat thermometer; it should read 165°F (74°C) in the thickest part of the thigh.
- Let the chicken rest for at least 10 minutes before carving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 75 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/8 of a whole chicken (approximately 200g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 100mg