Description
Honey Roasted Chicken is a delectable dish that features a golden-brown, crispy skin glazed with the perfect blend of sweet honey and savory garlic. This easy-to-make recipe transforms any family dinner or special occasion into an impressive feast. With its mouthwatering aroma and stunning presentation, it’s sure to be a crowd-pleaser.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 whole chicken (4–5 pounds)
- 1/2 cup raw honey
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 2 tsp fresh thyme leaves
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and prepare a baking dish with nonstick spray.
- In a bowl, whisk together honey, minced garlic, Dijon mustard, olive oil, thyme, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- Place the chicken in the baking dish and pour half of the honey mixture over it. Rub the glaze into every crevice of the chicken.
- Roast in the oven for about 60 minutes, basting halfway through with remaining sauce.
- Ensure the chicken reaches an internal temperature of at least 165°F (74°C). Let rest for 10 minutes before carving and serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/8 of whole chicken (approximately 125g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 90mg