Yes! Here’s a vibrant, juicy recipe for Citrus Glazed Roast Chicken — bursting with bright citrus flavor, crispy skin, and savory-sweet glaze.
🍊 Citrus Glazed Roast Chicken
🛒 Ingredients:
- 1 whole chicken (about 3.5–4 lbs), patted dry
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 2 tbsp olive oil or softened butter
- 1 orange, zested and juiced
- 1 lemon, zested and juiced
- 1 lime, juiced
- 3 tbsp honey or maple syrup
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp fresh thyme (or ½ tsp dried)
- 1 tsp paprika (optional for color)
- Extra citrus slices (orange, lemon) for roasting
🔥 Instructions:
- Preheat Oven:
- Set to 400°F (200°C). Place a roasting rack inside a large baking dish or roasting pan.
- Prep the Chicken:
- Rub the chicken all over with olive oil or butter. Season generously inside and out with salt, pepper, and paprika (if using).
- Stuff the cavity with a few slices of orange, lemon, and a sprig of thyme if you have it.
- Make the Citrus Glaze:
- In a bowl, combine orange zest and juice, lemon zest and juice, lime juice, honey, soy sauce, garlic, and thyme. Mix well.
- Roast & Baste:
- Place the chicken breast-side up on the rack. Roast for 20 minutes.
- After 20 minutes, begin brushing the chicken every 10–15 minutes with the citrus glaze. Roast for another 40–50 minutes (total time: 60–70 mins), or until internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C) at the thickest part.
- Finish:
- Let the chicken rest for 10–15 minutes before carving. This locks in the juices.
- Optional:
- Reduce any leftover glaze in a saucepan until slightly thickened, then drizzle over carved chicken before serving.
🍽️ Serve With:
- Roasted root vegetables
- Wild rice or herbed couscous
- Arugula salad with citrus vinaigrette
The sweet, tangy glaze caramelizes into a gorgeous golden crust while keeping the meat tender and flavorful. Want to try this with chicken thighs or wings instead? Let me know and I’ll tweak it for you!
