Whole broiler chicken roasted in the oven
Description
Roasting a whole broiler chicken in the oven is simple. The cooking time depends on the bird's weight—the larger the chicken, the longer it needs to cook. The result is an excellent, juicy, tender, aromatic, and very tasty dish. Moreover, it's diet-friendly and healthier than grilled chicken from a cafe. At least you won't have to worry about the freshness of your broiler. Apples add flavor, juiciness, and serve as an additional side dish. Use any spices in the marinade according to your taste.
Instructions
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Step 1
Prepare the ingredients for baking broiler chicken in the oven.
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Step 2
Prepare the marinade for the chicken. Place honey into a bowl.
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Step 3
Add tomato paste or ketchup.
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Step 4
Salt the marinade.
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Step 5
Add black ground pepper and dried basil.
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Step 6
Mix all the marinade ingredients.
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Step 7
If the broiler is not gutted, remove the innards. Wash the bird thoroughly and dry with a paper towel. Coat with marinade inside and out. Place in the refrigerator for 2-3 hours, or preferably overnight.
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Step 8
Wash the apples, remove the cores, and cut them into slices.
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Step 9
Pack the broiler tightly with apples.
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Step 10
Tie the broiler legs with string. Wrap the wings and legs with foil to prevent burning during baking. Place in a baking dish. Put the broiler in an oven preheated to 200 degrees.
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Step 11
Bake the chicken at 200 degrees Celsius for the first 20 minutes, then reduce the temperature to 180 degrees and continue baking for another 60–70 minutes. During baking, periodically baste the broiler with the resulting broth. Check for doneness by inserting a toothpick or a sharp knife. If the liquid runs clear, the dish is ready.
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Step 12
Roast whole chicken in the oven is ready.
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Step 13
Serve hot with any side dish.