Herb Roasted Chicken

Yields
2 ServingsPrep Time
10 MinutesCook Time
1 Hour, 45 MinutesTotal Time
2 HoursIngredients
- 1 each roasting chicken 5-lb
- 2 tbsp Dash™ Garlic & Herb Seasoning Blend
- 2 tbsp Dash™ Chicken Grilling Blend
- 2 each onions, sliced crosswise 1/2 inch thick
- 1/2 cup orange juice
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken stock
Orange juice and Dash™ are the unexpected combination that will make your roast chicken a memorable meal. This basic recipe is easy to follow and results in a festive main course.
Directions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F.
- Remove the giblets and excess fat from the chicken cavity. Pat the chicken thoroughly dry with paper towels. Tuck the wing tips under the body to prevent burning.
- Sprinkle the cavity with Dash™ Garlic & Herb Seasoning. Carefully lift the skin from the breast by sliding your hand between the skin and the meat. Sprinkle the breast meat with Dash™ Chicken Grilling Blend, then gently lay the skin back in place over the seasoning.
- Place the onion slices in the bottom of a heavy-duty roasting pan, creating a bed for the chicken.Place the prepared chicken on top of the onion slices. Pour orange juice evenly over the skin.
- Place the chicken in the preheated oven and roast until the skin is deep golden brown, crisp, and the juices run clear—about 1 1/2.
- Remove the chicken from the oven and transfer it to a cutting board to rest. Skim off any fat from the roasting pan. Add chicken stock to the pan and stir to scrape up any browned bits from the bottom.
- Cook the mixture until the liquid is reduced and thickened.
- Press the roasted onions to extract their juices and strain the sauce through a fine-mesh sieve.
- Carve and Serve: Carve the roasted chicken and serve with the prepared sauce.
Tips
- Chef’s Tip -For a properly roasted chicken, the internal temperature should reach 165°F in the thickest part of the breast and the innermost part of the thigh. Use a meat thermometer to check the temperature, ensuring it's fully cooked and safe to eat. Let the chicken rest for about 10 minutes before carving to allow the juices to redistribute