Mandarine Roasted Chicken

About this recipe

Indulge in a harmonious blend of sweet mandarine and savory roasted chicken in this updated recipe. Perfect for family dinners or special gatherings, this dish promises a burst of flavor with each bite. The delicate balance of citrus and herbs elevates the simple roast chicken to a gourmet experience.

Ingredients

• 1 whole chicken (about 4 lbs)
• 4 mandarines, divided
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 2 tablespoons honey
• 1 tablespoon soy sauce

Directions

1. 1

   Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).

2. 2

   Rinse and pat dry the chicken. Season inside and out with a mixture of salt, pepper, thyme, rosemary, and garlic powder.

3. 3

   Rub the chicken with olive oil. Whisk together honey and soy sauce and brush it all over the chicken.

4. 4

   Juice two mandarines and pour over the chicken. Stuff the cavity with the juiced halves and additional mandarine segments.

5. 5

   Arrange the remaining mandarine slices around the chicken in a roasting pan.

6. 6

   Cover with foil and roast in the preheated oven for 1 hour.

7. 7

   Remove foil, baste with juices, and roast for an additional 30 minutes until golden and the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).

8. 8

   Let the chicken rest for 10 minutes before carving. Serve with roasted mandarine slices.