Chinese Roast Chicken 🍗

Description

Delight your taste buds with this succulent Chinese Roast Chicken recipe, brought to you by lovewithrecipes.com. 🌟 Marinated in a flavorful blend of soy sauce, lemon juice, honey, and aromatic spices, this chicken promises to be a star on your dining table. Perfect for a weeknight dinner or any occasion when you crave the savory flavors of Asian cuisine. 🥢

Quick Info

Prep Time: 12 hours ⏰
Cook Time: 1 hour 30 minutes ⏰
Total Time: 13 hours 30 minutes ⏰
Servings: 4 🍽️
Calories: 616.3 kcal
Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ (5 out of 5 stars, based on 22 reviews)

Ingredients

1 broiler-fryer chicken 🐔
1/2 cup soy sauce
1/4 cup lemon juice 🍋
2 tablespoons honey 🍯
2 teaspoons dry mustard
1 teaspoon ground ginger
1 clove garlic, minced
1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper

Instructions

Marinating the Chicken 🌿

In a bowl, mix together soy sauce, lemon juice, honey, dry mustard, ground ginger, minced garlic, and ground black pepper to create a delicious marinade. 🥣
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Place your broiler-fryer chicken in a large bowl or zip lock plastic bag. 🍗
Pour the prepared marinade over the chicken, ensuring it’s well coated. 💫
Cover the bowl or seal the bag, then let the chicken marinate in the refrigerator for at least 12 hours, allowing the flavors to fully infuse into the meat. For even more flavor, you can let it marinate overnight. 😋
Turn the chicken over in the marinade occasionally to ensure every inch is soaking up the deliciousness. 🔄

Roasting the Chicken 🍗🔥

When you’re ready to cook, preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit (175 degrees Celsius). 🌡️
Remove the marinated chicken from the refrigerator and place it on a roasting rack. 🍗
Roast the chicken in the preheated oven until it turns a beautiful dark brown color and a fork can be easily inserted, usually about 1 1/4 to 1 1/2 hours. 🕒
While the chicken is roasting, take the remaining marinade and bring it to a full boil in a saucepan. This will help to kill any bacteria from the raw chicken. 🍲
Use this delicious marinade as a basting sauce, brushing it over the chicken every 15 minutes while it cooks. This will keep the chicken moist and infuse it with even more flavor. 🌟
Once the chicken is perfectly roasted and has reached an internal temperature of 165 degrees Fahrenheit (74 degrees Celsius), remove it from the oven. 🌟
Allow the chicken to rest for a few minutes before carving. This will help the juices redistribute, ensuring every bite is tender and juicy. 🍴
Serve your Chinese Roast Chicken hot, garnished with fresh herbs or sesame seeds for that extra touch of flavor and presentation. 🌿✨

Nutritional Information (Per Serving)

Calories: 616.3 kcal
Fat: 41.7g
- Saturated Fat: 10.9g
Cholesterol: 172.5mg
Sodium: 2172.8mg
Carbohydrates: 12.3g
- Fiber: 0.5g
- Sugar: 9.7g
Protein: 46.9g

Tips and Tricks

For extra crispy skin, you can start the chicken at a higher temperature (around 425 degrees Fahrenheit / 220 degrees Celsius) for the first 15-20 minutes, then reduce the heat to 350 degrees Fahrenheit / 175 degrees Celsius for the remainder of the cooking time.
Make sure to baste the chicken regularly to keep it moist and flavorful throughout the roasting process. This step is crucial for a juicy end result!
Want to add some veggies? Try roasting potatoes, carrots, or bell peppers alongside the chicken for a complete meal in one pan. Simply toss them with a bit of oil, salt, and pepper before adding them to the oven.
Leftovers? Shred the remaining chicken and use it in salads, wraps, or sandwiches for a delicious lunch the next day. 🥗🥪

Enjoy Your Culinary Adventure! 🌟

With its tender, flavorful meat and crispy, golden skin, this Chinese Roast Chicken is sure to become a favorite in your recipe collection. 🍗✨ Whether you’re serving it up for a cozy family dinner or impressing guests at a dinner party, this dish never fails to delight. 🥢🌿 So, roll up your sleeves, gather your ingredients, and embark on a culinary journey to deliciousness! Bon appétit! 🍽️🎉