Description
A deliciously flavorful Honey Butter Roasted Chicken recipe that combines the sweetness of honey with butter for a perfectly roasted chicken.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 whole chicken (1.8–2 kg / 4–5 lbs)
- 4 tbsp softened butter
- 3 tbsp honey
- 1 tbsp minced garlic
- Juice + zest of 1 lemon
- Salt & black pepper to taste
- 2 carrots, chopped
- 2 potatoes, chopped
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Mix butter, honey, garlic, lemon juice, and zest. Rub all over the chicken.
- Place vegetables in a baking pan and set the chicken on top.
- Roast for 60–75 minutes until golden.
- Rest for 10 minutes before slicing.
Notes
- Ensure the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) for safe consumption.
- Letting the chicken rest helps retain its juices.
- Feel free to add other vegetables like onions or bell peppers for extra flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 75 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of chicken
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 100mg