APPLE SAGE ROASTED CHICKEN

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Enjoy this aromatic roasted chicken stuffed with apple for a hearty dinner.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 1h40m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 medium Gala apple, cored
1 whole chicken (3 to 4 lb)
3 tablespoons butter or margarine, softened
3 tablespoons chopped fresh sage leaves
1 teaspoon kosher (coarse) salt
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground pepper
1 cup apple cider
Fresh sage sprigs, if desired

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 425°F. Cut apple into wedges; place in cavity of chicken.
  • In small bowl, mix butter, chopped sage, salt and pepper. Starting at leg end of chicken, gently separate skin (do not peel back) from chicken breasts using fingers, being careful not to tear or puncture skin. Rub half of sage butter under skin to cover chicken breasts; replace skin. Rub remaining sage butter on outside of chicken breasts and thighs. Fold wings of chicken under back. Tie or skewer drumsticks together. On rack in shallow roasting pan or 13x9-inch pan fitted with rack, place chicken, breast side down. Cover loosely with foil. Insert ovenproof meat thermometer so tip is in thickest part of inside thigh muscle and does not touch bone.
  • Roast 25 minutes. Meanwhile, in 1-quart saucepan, heat cider to boiling over medium-high heat. Boil 6 to 8 minutes or until cider is reduced to 2 tablespoons.
  • Uncover and carefully turn chicken breast side up. Roast 45 minutes longer, basting with cider reduction every 15 minutes, until thermometer reads at least 165°F and drumsticks move easily when lifted or twisted. Cover loosely with foil; let stand 15 minutes for easiest carving. Garnish with sage sprigs.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 362, Carbohydrate 15 g, Fat 1 1/2, Fiber 1 g, Protein 42 g, SaturatedFat 7 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 693 mg

Hariyo Ayinke
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I've made this recipe several times and it's always a hit. The chicken is cooked perfectly and the apples and sage add a nice touch of flavor. I highly recommend this recipe!


Justin Greig
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This is a great recipe for a weeknight meal. It's easy to make and the chicken is always moist and flavorful. I like to serve it with mashed potatoes and a side of gravy.


Bridgetah Mazuru
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I made this recipe for a dinner party and it was a huge success! The chicken was moist and flavorful, and the apples and sage gave it a wonderful flavor. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a delicious and easy roasted chic


sahabuddin ahmed
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This was a delicious and easy recipe to follow. The chicken was cooked perfectly and the apples and sage added a wonderful flavor. I will definitely be making this again.


Fedex Jun
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I've made this recipe several times and it's always a hit. The chicken is cooked perfectly and the apples and sage add a nice touch of flavor. I highly recommend this recipe!


Elizabeth Velazquez
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This is a great recipe for a weeknight meal. It's easy to make and the chicken is always moist and flavorful. I like to serve it with roasted vegetables and a side of gravy.


Gabriella Barker
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I made this recipe for a dinner party and it was a huge success! The chicken was moist and flavorful, and the apples and sage gave it a wonderful flavor. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a delicious and easy roasted chic


Nuurdiin cali ciise
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This was a delicious and easy recipe to follow. The chicken was cooked perfectly and the apples and sage added a wonderful flavor. I will definitely be making this again.


Aphile Goodman
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I've made this recipe several times and it's always a crowd-pleaser. The chicken is always cooked perfectly and the apples and sage add a nice touch of flavor. I highly recommend this recipe!


Md masud Raba
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This is a great recipe for a weeknight meal. It's easy to make and the chicken is always moist and flavorful. I like to serve it with mashed potatoes and roasted vegetables.


Sy'nia Wilson
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I made this recipe last night and it was a hit with my family! The chicken was cooked perfectly and the apples and sage gave it a wonderful flavor. It was also very easy to make, which is always a plus.


Abulayes Abul
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This roasted chicken with apples and sage was delicious and easy to make. The chicken was moist and flavorful, and the apples and sage added a nice sweetness and depth of flavor. I will definitely be making this again.