FRUIT-GLAZED ROAST CHICKEN

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Whenever I want to serve a special meal with a little flair, this is the recipe I reach for. To round out the dinner, I serve oven-roasted potatoes and a salad.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h50m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 17

2 lemons, quartered
2 broiler/fryer chickens (3 to 3-1/2 pounds each)
1/3 cup chicken broth
3 tablespoons cider vinegar
2 tablespoons lemon juice
3/4 cup dried apricots
3 tablespoons brown sugar
2 tablespoons golden raisins
1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup sugar
1/2 cup water
2 cans (16 ounces each) pear halves, drained
1 can (15-1/4 ounces) peach halves, drained
1 can (16 ounces) apricot halves, drained
1 cup pitted dried plums (prunes)
Lemon leaves, optional

Steps:

  • Place four lemon quarters in body cavity of each chicken. Skewer chicken openings; tie drumsticks together. Place chickens, breast side up, on a rack in a large roasting pan; bake at 375° for 1-1/2 hours or until a thermometer reads 180°. , Meanwhile, in a food processor, combine the broth, vinegar, lemon juice, apricots, brown sugar, raisins, ginger and salt. Process until smooth; set aside. , In a small saucepan, bring sugar and water to a boil over medium-high heat. Reduce heat to medium; cook, uncovered, for 7 minutes or until thickened. Meanwhile, in a large bowl, combine the pears, peaches, apricots and prunes; pour hot syrup over fruit. Let stand 10 minutes; drain and set aside. , Remove chickens from oven; spread with apricot mixture. Return to the oven for 10-15 minutes or until bubbly. Let stand 10 minutes before carving. , Thicken pan drippings for gravy if desired. Place chickens on serving platter; spoon fruit mixture around chickens. Garnish with lemon leaves if desired. Serve with gravy if desired.

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sugath sd
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This is a great recipe for a weeknight meal. It's quick and easy to make, and the chicken always turns out delicious. I love that I can use frozen fruit, which makes it even easier.


T S NABIL
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I love this recipe! It's so easy to make and the chicken always turns out perfectly. The glaze is delicious and the chicken is always moist and flavorful. I highly recommend this recipe!


moeletsi rapatsinyane
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This is my favorite recipe for roast chicken. It's always a hit with my family and friends. The chicken is always moist and flavorful, and the glaze is perfectly sweet and tangy. I highly recommend this recipe!


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This is a great recipe for a special occasion. The chicken is always cooked perfectly and the glaze is amazing. I love that I can use different fruits to change up the flavor. I've made it with oranges, cranberries, and apples, and it's always delici


ezeh ogechi
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover fruit. I've made it with apples, pears, and oranges, and it's always delicious. The chicken is always moist and flavorful, and the glaze is perfectly sweet and tangy.


ANANABA OGANIRUCHI
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I love this recipe! The chicken is always so juicy and flavorful. I've made it with different fruits, and it's always delicious. My favorite is using a mix of oranges and cranberries.


Ana Kulanikoro
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This is my go-to recipe for roast chicken. It's always a hit with my family and friends. The chicken is always moist and flavorful, and the glaze is perfectly sweet and tangy. I highly recommend this recipe!


Zohaibjadoon Great
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This recipe is a keeper! The chicken is always cooked perfectly and the glaze is amazing. I love that I can use different fruits to change up the flavor. I've made it with oranges, cranberries, and apples, and it's always delicious.


parvez siyal
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I've tried this recipe with different fruits and it's always delicious. My favorite is using a mix of apples and pears. The chicken is always moist and flavorful, and the glaze is perfectly sweet and tangy.


sunaif 265
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This is a great recipe for a weeknight meal. It's quick and easy to make, and the chicken always turns out delicious. I love that I can use frozen fruit, which makes it even easier.


Nickolaus Brown
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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 glaze was perfect. I would definitely make this recipe again.


Rittik Kumar
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This was my first time making roast chicken and it turned out great! The recipe was easy to follow and the chicken was cooked perfectly. The glaze was delicious and added a nice touch of sweetness to the chicken.


Ky'Rell Northern
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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 glaze is delicious. I love that I can use different fruits to change up the flavor.


Sher Fssg
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This recipe is easy to follow and the results are amazing. The chicken is moist and tender, and the glaze is perfectly sweet and tangy. I highly recommend this recipe!


omar games
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I love this recipe! The chicken is always so juicy and flavorful. I've made it with different fruits, and it's always delicious. My favorite is using a mix of oranges and cranberries.


Mohammad yar
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I followed the recipe exactly and the chicken turned out perfectly. The glaze was delicious and the chicken was so moist. I served it with roasted potatoes and green beans, and it was a complete meal.


david Banda
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This was a hit with my family! Everyone loved the sweet and savory glaze on the chicken. I will definitely be making this again.