Description
This flavorful roasted chicken is stuffed with sweet apples and tart cranberries, creating a perfect balance of savory and sweet. A delicious and festive dish, it’s perfect for family dinners or holiday meals.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 whole chicken
- 1 apple, cored and sliced
- 1/2 cup dried cranberries
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F.
- Season the chicken with salt, pepper, thyme, and rosemary.
- Stuff the cavity of the chicken with sliced apples and dried cranberries.
- Place the chicken in a roasting pan and drizzle with olive oil.
- Roast in the oven for 1 to 1 1/2 hours, or until the chicken is cooked through.
- Let the chicken rest for 10 minutes before carving.
- Serve and enjoy!
Notes
- For extra flavor, you can also add a few cloves of garlic or onion to the chicken cavity.
- Consider using fresh cranberries for a more intense flavor, especially during the fall season.
- You can add some vegetables, such as carrots or potatoes, to the roasting pan for a complete meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour 30 minutes