Description
This Orange Chicken Roast with Fennel and Shallots is a flavorful and aromatic dish that combines the citrusy notes of oranges with the earthy flavors of fennel and shallots. The marinade infuses the chicken with a blend of herbs and spices, resulting in a juicy and tender roast.
Ingredients
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Marinade
- 1 tablespoon fennel seeds
- 1 tablespoon coriander seeds
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon kosher salt
- Zest of 2 medium oranges
- 5 sage leaves, finely chopped
- 2 sprigs tarragon, finely chopped
- 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
- ¼ cup extra-virgin olive oil
Roast
- 4 to 4.5-pound (1.8 to 2kg) whole chicken
- ¼ to 1/3 cup extra-virgin olive oil
- 2 medium Navel oranges
Instructions
- Prepare the Marinade: In a bowl, mix fennel seeds, coriander seeds, sugar, salt, orange zest, sage, tarragon, mustard, and olive oil.
- Marinate the Chicken: Rub the marinade all over the chicken, covering it evenly. Let it marinate in the fridge for at least 2 hours.
- Roast the Chicken: Preheat the oven, stuff the chicken with orange slices, and roast until golden brown and cooked through.
Notes
- Make sure to adjust salt quantity based on the type of salt used.
- Feel free to add extra herbs or spices for more flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 533
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 990mg
- Fat: 41g
- Saturated Fat: 11 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 23g
- Trans Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 1.5 g
- Protein: 30 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg
Keywords: Citrusy, Roast Chicken, Fennel, Aromatic, Flavorful