Maple Cranberry Roast Chicken: A Juicy Delight for Home Cooks
Discover the perfect combination of savory and sweet with this Maple Cranberry Roast Chicken recipe, ideal for any home cook looking to impress.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 50 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-free
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 whole chicken
- 2 cups fresh cranberries
- 1 cup maple syrup
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 2 teaspoons salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 teaspoon thyme
- 1 teaspoon rosemary
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a bowl, mix maple syrup, Dijon mustard, salt, pepper, olive oil, garlic, thyme, and rosemary.
- Rub the mixture all over the chicken, ensuring to get under the skin.
- Place cranberries inside the chicken cavity.
- Roast the chicken in the oven for about 1.5 hours, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).
- Let it rest for 10 minutes before carving.
Notes
- For extra flavor, marinate the chicken overnight.
- Serve with a side of roasted vegetables.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 900mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
Keywords: Maple Cranberry Roast Chicken