ROAST CHICKEN WITH DRIED FRUIT AND ALMONDS
Inspired by all that's great about Sephardic cooking, this roast chicken feels both homey and exotic. This is for 2 birds. This can also be made with chicken pieces for a more everyday meal.
Provided by Annacia
Categories Whole Chicken
Time 1h30m
Yield 8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Heat 6 tablespoons olive oil in heavy large skillet over medium heat.
- Add onions and sauté until deep golden brown, about 20 minutes; sprinkle with salt and pepper.
- Transfer onions to large bowl; mix in prunes, dates, apricots, sugar, and cinnamon.
- Do ahead Can be made 1 day ahead.
- Cover and chill.
- Preheat oven to 350°F Spread fruit mixture over bottom of large roasting pan.
- Tuck chicken wing tips under.
- Rub each chicken with 1/2 tablespoon remaining olive oil and 1/2 teaspoon turmeric.
- Sprinkle each with salt and pepper; place chickens, side by side, atop fruit mixture. Pour 11/2 cups water around chickens.
- Roast chickens 1 hour.
- Turn pan around; add more water to fruit mixture by 1/4 cupfuls if beginning to dry.
- Continue to roast chickens until brown and juices run clear when thigh is pierced, about 45 minutes.
- Transfer chickens to carving board; let stand 10 minutes.
- Spoon fruit onto platter; top with chickens and any accumulated juices.
- Sprinkle with almonds and serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 1220.3, Fat 63.8, SaturatedFat 15.4, Cholesterol 213.9, Sodium 215.1, Carbohydrate 113.1, Fiber 14, Sugar 79.9, Protein 57.5
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Eric Nana Agyei
[email protected]I'm always looking for new ways to cook chicken and this recipe is a great one. The chicken was moist and flavorful, and the dried fruit and almonds added a nice touch of sweetness and crunch.
Richey Black
[email protected]This recipe is a great way to get kids to eat their vegetables. The dried fruit and almonds add a nice touch of sweetness and crunch that kids love.
Musfiq Hossain
[email protected]I made this recipe in my slow cooker and it turned out great! The chicken was fall-off-the-bone tender and the dried fruit and almonds added a delicious sweetness and crunch.
Maggie King
[email protected]This recipe is a great way to use up leftover chicken. The dried fruit and almonds add a nice touch of sweetness and crunch.
Mukta maria Gomes
[email protected]I made this recipe for a potluck and it was a hit! Everyone loved the chicken and the dried fruit and almonds added a nice touch of sweetness and crunch.
AJose luis Rodríguez
[email protected]This recipe was easy to follow and the chicken turned out great. However, I found the dried fruit to be a bit too chewy.
Shadman Khan
[email protected]I found this recipe to be a bit bland. I think I would add more spices next time.
Amohelang Taiwe
[email protected]This recipe was a bit too sweet for my taste, but the chicken was cooked perfectly. I think I would reduce the amount of dried fruit next time.
Najmun Zaman
[email protected]I made this recipe for my family and they loved it! The chicken was moist and flavorful, and the dried fruit and almonds added a delicious sweetness and crunch. I will definitely be making this again.
Karrie black
[email protected]This recipe was easy to follow and the chicken turned out great. The dried fruit and almonds added a nice touch of sweetness and crunch. I would definitely make this again.
Rakia Ki
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of dried fruit, but I loved this recipe. The chicken was so moist and flavorful, and the almonds added a nice crunch. I will definitely be making this again.
Mother Computer (Torikul Islam Seyam)
[email protected]This recipe is a keeper! The chicken was perfectly cooked and the dried fruit and almonds added a delicious sweetness and crunch. I will definitely be making this again.
Kedar Bahadur
[email protected]I've made this recipe several times and it's always a crowd-pleaser. The chicken is always cooked to perfection and the dried fruit and almonds add a nice touch of sweetness and crunch. I highly recommend this recipe.
Md Sadiqul Islam
[email protected]This is one of my favorite chicken recipes. It's so easy to make and always turns out perfectly. The chicken is always juicy and flavorful, and the dried fruit and almonds add a nice touch of sweetness and crunch.
Fatmah Hartwell
[email protected]I made this dish for a dinner party last night and it was a huge hit! Everyone raved about how moist and tasty the chicken was. The dried fruit and almonds were also a great addition.
Kidanemariam Amenu
[email protected]This recipe was absolutely delicious! The chicken was juicy and flavorful, and the dried fruit and almonds added a wonderful sweetness and crunch. I will definitely be making this again.