CITRUS-ROSEMARY ROASTED CHICKEN

Citrus-Rosemary Roasted Chicken image

Grapefruit and rosemary blend together beautifully to create this moist and delicious chicken. It's an excellent entree to make when hosting a smaller group. -KAthy Rundle, Fond du Lac, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Dinner

Time 3h

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

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Ingredients

2 tablespoons grated onion
1 tablespoon minced fresh rosemary
2 teaspoons minced fresh marjoram
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 teaspoon grated grapefruit zest
1/2 teaspoon salt, divided
1/2 teaspoon pepper, divided
1 roasting chicken (6 to 7 pounds)
1 medium onion, cut into wedges
1 small pink grapefruit, cut into wedges
3 fresh rosemary sprigs
3 fresh marjoram sprigs
2 tablespoons olive oil

Steps:

In a small bowl, combine the first five ingredients. Add 1/4 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper; set aside. , Place chicken on a rack in a shallow roasting pan. Sprinkle remaining salt and pepper inside cavity; fill with onion and grapefruit wedges. , With fingers, carefully loosen the skin from both sides of chicken breast. Place rosemary and marjoram sprigs under the skin. Brush chicken with oil; rub with reserved herb mixture. , Bake, uncovered, at 325° for 2-1/2 to 3 hours or until a thermometer reads 180°. Let stand for 10-15 minutes. Discard herb sprigs and contents of cavity before slicing.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 592 calories, Fat 36g fat (9g saturated fat), Cholesterol 179mg cholesterol, Sodium 370mg sodium, Carbohydrate 7g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 57g protein.

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Sophia Lawrence

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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover chicken. I made a roasted chicken on Sunday and used the leftovers to make this dish on Monday. It was just as good the second time around!

Zeina Khaled

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I've made this recipe several times now and it's always a hit with my guests. The chicken is always cooked to perfection and the vegetables are roasted to perfection.

Liaquat ali Solangi

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I'm always looking for new ways to cook chicken, and this recipe is a great one. The chicken is always juicy and flavorful, and the vegetables are roasted to perfection.

Zanzibar Hassan

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This recipe is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. My kids love the roasted vegetables in this dish.

Daud Bishar

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I love that this recipe is so versatile. You can use any type of citrus fruit and any type of rosemary.

Cyph M

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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover chicken. I made a roasted chicken on Sunday and used the leftovers to make this dish on Monday.

Abby Jackson

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I've made this recipe a few times now and it's always a hit with my family. The chicken is always juicy and flavorful, and the vegetables are roasted to perfection.

Sagar Lama

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I love the flavors in this recipe. The citrus and rosemary are a perfect combination.

Lionel Wollensack

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This roasted chicken is perfect for a weeknight meal. It's easy to make and the chicken is always cooked to perfection.

Sani Yunusa

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I was hesitant to try this recipe because I'm not a big fan of rosemary, but I'm glad I did. The rosemary flavor was subtle and really complemented the citrus.

Mhammed Mark

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This recipe is a keeper! It's easy to make and the chicken is always delicious.

Munni Akther

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I've made this recipe several times now and it's always a hit. The chicken is always juicy and flavorful, and the citrus and rosemary give it a wonderful taste.