Honey Lemon Roast Chicken

This is one of those recipes you can make for many occasions, whether it's a simple family lunch or dinner or an even more special occasion like Christmas Eve! It's a simple meal, full of color and flavor!

It's a meal that requires very little work; just combine all the ingredients in a bowl, pour over the chicken and marinate for about 2 hours to enhance its flavor! Some Sides to serve with this honey lemon roast chicken: Mashed potatoes, Quick and easy curry rice or Oven roasted potatoes.

Some simple oven-baked meals to serve for a family lunch or dinner: Roasted chicken with honey sauce, Portuguese style baked fish, Roasted turkey leg with honey and spices or Ground beef and mashed potato casserole.

HOW TO MAKE HONEY LEMON ROAST CHICKEN

Step 1: In a medium bowl, combine the olive oil, salt, nutmeg, paprika, chopped garlic, honey and lemon juice.

Step 2: On a baking dish, place the chicken and drizzle with the previous mixture. Marinate for about 2 hours.

Step 3: Preheat the oven to 180ºC (350ºF).

Step 4: Roast the chicken for about 1 hour and 10 minutes or until golden brown. Baste the chicken with the sauce from time to time.

Step 5: Turn off the oven and serve the chicken with mashed potatoes, curry rice or oven roasted potatoes.

TIPS FOR HONEY LEMON ROAST CHICKEN

1. If the chicken starts to brown too much, reduce the oven temperature or cover with aluminum foil.

2. If you have any leftovers or want to save the recipe for another time, store the chicken in the refrigerator in an airtight container microorganisms). Can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 to 3 days.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

For how long should I marinate the chicken?
We suggest marinating for about 2 hours, but if you're short on time, you can reduce the marinating time to 1 hour or even 30 minutes.

While marinating enhances the flavor and makes the chicken more flavorful, it's important not to over-marinate, especially with acidic seasonings like lemon or orange.

Can I make this recipe with chicken breasts or chicken leg quarters?
Yes, you can! Keep in mind that cooking time may vary.

Honey Lemon Roast Chicken

This roast chicken recipe seasoned with lemon, honey and other delicious spices is incredibly tender, juicy and super easy to make for a family lunch or dinner!

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by Pedro Barbosa
Category:Chicken, Main dishes, Recipes, Videos
Cuisine: American, Portuguese
Difficulty: Easy
Servings: 4
Prep Time:5 m
Cook Time:1:10 h
Total Time:1:15 h
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INGREDIENTS
• 1.5 kg (3 1/3 pounds) chicken
• 100 ml (1/2 cup) olive oil
• 100 ml (1/2 cup) lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon nutmeg
• 1/2 teaspoon paprika
• 6 cloves of garlic
• 1 tablespoon honey
• Salt (to taste)
INSTRUCTIONS
1. In a medium bowl, combine the olive oil, salt, nutmeg, paprika, chopped garlic, honey and lemon juice.
2. On a baking dish, place the chicken and drizzle with the previous mixture. Marinate for about 2 hours.
3. Preheat the oven to 180ºC (350ºF).
4. Roast the chicken for about 1 hour and 10 minutes or until golden brown. Baste the chicken with the sauce from time to time.
5. Turn off the oven and serve.
Honey Lemon Roast Chicken
Nutrition facts
Serves 4
Per Serving:
% DAILY VALUE
Calories 802
Total Fat 35.5 g(46%)
Saturated Fat 7 g(35%)
Cholesterol 289 mg(96%)
Sodium 281 mg(12%)
Total Carbohydrate 7 g(2%)
Protein 109.5 g