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Citrus Glazed Roast Chicken

This Citrus Glazed Roast Chicken boasts robust citrus flavors and the juiciest, most tender meat possible! Easy to prepare, only 45 minutes in the oven, and an incredible marinade is what sets this chicken apart from the rest!
Course Entree, Main Dish
Cuisine American
Keyword citrus roast chicken, roast chicken
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings 6 servings
Calories 785kcal
Author Trish - Mom On Timeout

Ingredients

  • 4 pound chicken cut in half, cleaned

Marinade

  • ½ cup orange marmalade
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 tablespoon fresh orange juice
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
  • ½ teaspoon dried thyme
  • ½ teaspoon dried oregano
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 large shallot thinly sliced
  • 2 oranges cut into slices
  • 1 lemon cut into slices

Instructions

  • Combine all the ingredients for the marinade in medium bowl and whisk to combine. Set aside.
  • Place the chicken halves in a deep dish like a casserole dish.
  • Pour the marinade over the top of the chicken and use a pastry brush to coat the chicken on all sides.
  • Cover the dish with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, turning the chicken over at least once.
  • Preheat oven to 375F.
  • Lightly spray a large baking sheet or roasting pan with non stick cooking spray OR line with parchment paper.
  • Line the baking sheet with the orange and lemon slices.
  • Transfer the two chicken halves to the baking sheet so they are resting on top of the orange and lemon slices.
  • Pour the marinade over the top of the chicken.
  • Bake for 45 to 55 minutes or until a meat thermometer inserted into the thigh registers 165F and juices run clear.
  • Baste the chicken every 15 minutes.
  • Let chicken rest 10 minutes before carving.

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Nutrition

Calories: 785kcal | Carbohydrates: 25g | Protein: 57g | Fat: 50g | Saturated Fat: 14g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 10g | Monounsaturated Fat: 22g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 227mg | Sodium: 476mg | Potassium: 719mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 21g | Vitamin A: 555IU | Vitamin C: 34mg | Calcium: 73mg | Iron: 3mg