Roasted Chicken with Cranberry Sauce

Difficulty: Hard

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Prep Time
15 minutes
Cook Time
1 hour and 30 minutes
Serving
4

A delicious and festive recipe for roasted chicken with a tangy cranberry sauce. The chicken is seasoned with herbs and roasted to perfection, serving as a flavorful centerpiece for any special occasion.

Ingredients

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1 Whole chicken

2 tablespoons Olive oil

1 teaspoon Dried herbs (such as thyme, rosemary, and sage)

1 teaspoon Salt

1/2 teaspoon Black pepper

1 cup Cranberries

1/2 cup Orange juice

1/2 cup Sugar

1/4 cup Water

Nutrition information for this recipe is based on the specified serving size.

Directions

Step1

Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step2

Rinse the chicken inside and out, then pat it dry with paper towels.

Step3

In a small bowl, mix together the olive oil, dried herbs, salt, and black pepper.

Step4

Rub the herb mixture all over the chicken, ensuring it is evenly coated.

Step5

Place the chicken in a roasting pan and roast in the preheated oven for about 1 hour and 15 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C) when tested with a meat thermometer.

Step6

While the chicken is roasting, prepare the cranberry sauce. In a saucepan, combine the cranberries, orange juice, sugar, and water.

Step7

Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat and simmer for about 10 minutes, or until the cranberries have burst and the sauce has thickened.

Step8

Remove the chicken from the oven and let it rest for 10 minutes before carving.

Step9

Serve the roasted chicken with the cranberry sauce on the side.