Christmas Chicken (Roast chicken)
A flavorful roast chicken infused with herbs and citrus, perfect for festive occasions.
Ingredients
Main
- 2 kg Free range whole chicken
- 1 big orange (for zest and cavity)
- 100 g Butter
- 3 oranges oranges (or 2 large oranges)
- 1 lemon lemon
- 2 carrots carrots
- 1 big onion
- 1 garlic head garlic
- 1 spring rosemary
- 3 Sage leaves Sage leaves
- 1 spring thyme
- a handful parsley
- to taste Salt and pepper
- 1 cup low sodium chicken stock
Instructions
- Bring chicken to room temperature and pat dry.
- Preheat oven to 200°C (400°F).
- Loosen skin, season chicken with salt and pepper, and prepare vegetables.
- Mix herbs with butter and orange zest, rub on chicken, stuff cavity, and place on vegetables in pan.
- Pour stock into pan and roast until internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C), about 2 hours.
Notes
Ensure the chicken reaches the proper internal temperature for safety and best flavor.