BUTTERY HERB ROASTED CHICKEN

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Roasting chicken is always such a comforting thing, especially when you can pick the herbs right from your garden and pair them with some fresh citrus to smear across the bird! My family can't get enough of this herb-roasted chicken recipe. -Jenn Tidwell, Fair Oaks, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h45m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 roasting chicken (5 to 6 pounds)
1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened, divided
1 cup chicken broth
3/4 cup orange juice
1/2 cup white wine or additional chicken broth
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
2 fresh rosemary sprigs
2 fresh thyme sprigs
2 fresh sage sprigs

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. With fingers, carefully loosen skin from chicken; rub 1/4 cup butter under skin. Secure skin to underside of breast with toothpicks. Place chicken on a rack in a shallow roasting pan, breast side up. Tuck wings under chicken; tie drumsticks together. Pour broth around chicken., Melt remaining 1/4 cup butter; brush over chicken. Drizzle with orange juice and wine. Combine garlic, salt and pepper; rub over skin. Place rosemary, thyme and sage in roasting pan. , Roast until thermometer inserted in thickest part of thigh reads 170°-175°, 1-1/2 to 2 hours (Cover loosely with foil if chicken browns too quickly.) Remove chicken from oven; tent with foil. Let stand 15 minutes before carving; remove toothpicks. If desired, skim fat and thicken pan drippings for gravy. Serve with chicken.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 599 calories, Fat 42g fat (17g saturated fat), Cholesterol 191mg cholesterol, Sodium 703mg sodium, Carbohydrate 4g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 48g protein.

Afshan Naseem
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I'm not a big fan of chicken, but this recipe was delicious. The chicken was cooked perfectly and the roasted vegetables were a great addition.


Gulzaib Baig
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This is the best roasted chicken recipe I've ever tried. The chicken was so moist and flavorful, and the roasted vegetables were a delicious addition.


Rusnƒó Donƒólaitƒó
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I made this recipe for a potluck and it was a hit! Everyone loved the chicken and the roasted vegetables.


Adam Honda98
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover chicken. I used rotisserie chicken and it turned out great.


Marceline Sharcy
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I'm not a fan of dark meat, but the chicken in this recipe was cooked perfectly. It was moist and flavorful, and the skin was crispy and delicious.


Mahmadul Hasan
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This recipe is amazing! The chicken was so moist and flavorful, and the roasted vegetables were perfect. I will definitely be making this again.


Ryad Elfetouaki
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I followed the recipe exactly and the chicken was still dry. I'm not sure what I did wrong.


Musfimishinoor Noor
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This recipe is easy to follow and the chicken turned out great. I will definitely be making this again.


mohmed zezoo
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I'm not a big fan of roasted chicken, but this recipe changed my mind. The chicken was so flavorful and juicy, and the roasted vegetables were a great side dish.


Fatima Sheik
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This recipe is a keeper! The chicken was cooked to perfection and the roasted vegetables were a delicious addition.


MUJAHID SHAKEEL
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I've tried many roasted chicken recipes, but this one is by far the best. The chicken is always moist and flavorful, and the skin is crispy and golden brown.


Sulaiman Hassan
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This is my go-to recipe for roasted chicken. It's always a hit with my family and friends.


Rana Fareed
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I made this recipe for a dinner party and it was a huge success! Everyone loved the chicken and the roasted vegetables.


Ibne Safayed Mahi
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This recipe was a disaster! The chicken was overcooked and the vegetables were burnt.


Veeru Veero
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The chicken was a bit dry, but the roasted vegetables were delicious.


susana Sanchez
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This recipe is easy to follow, even for a beginner cook. The chicken turned out so tender and juicy, and the roasted vegetables were the perfect side dish.


Joe Revell
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I've made this recipe several times now, and it's always a crowd-pleaser. The chicken is always cooked perfectly, and the roasted vegetables are a great addition.


Ali Jatt
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This roasted chicken was a hit with my family! The chicken was moist and flavorful, and the skin was perfectly crispy. The herbs and butter gave it a delicious aroma that filled the whole house.