Roast Chicken with Honey Rosemary Plums

Gluten Free
Health score
5%
Roast Chicken with Honey Rosemary Plums
90 min.
4
690kcal

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Imagine the savory aroma of a perfectly roasted chicken filling your home, enriched by the sweetness of honey and the earthy fragrance of rosemary. This Roast Chicken with Honey Rosemary Plums is not just a meal; it's an experience that beautifully combines the tenderness of succulent chicken with the vibrant flavors of plums. Perfect for a cozy family dinner or a special occasion, this dish is gluten-free, making it an excellent choice for those with dietary restrictions.

In just 90 minutes, you can create a stunning main course that serves four, delightful in both presentation and taste. The honey-rosemary combination not only glazes the chicken, providing a gorgeous golden color, but it also infuses the meat with an irresistible depth of flavor. Accompanying the roast are juicy plums that caramelize in the oven, adding a touch of sweetness that complements the savoriness of the chicken beautifully.

With each bite, you’ll enjoy a harmonious blend of textures and flavors, making it a dish you’ll want to prepare time and time again. Whether it’s a weeknight dinner or a festive gathering, this roast chicken will surely impress your family and friends. So, gather your ingredients, preheat that oven, and get ready to indulge in a dish that celebrates the art of home cooking!

Ingredients

  • sprigs rosemary fresh
  • cup honey 
  • teaspoon kosher salt to taste
  •  plums pitted halved
  • ounce butter unsalted
  • lb meat from a rotisserie chicken whole

Equipment

  • bowl
  • sauce pan
  • oven
  • roasting pan
  • kitchen thermometer
  • kitchen twine

Directions

  1. Combine the honey and half of the rosemary sprigs in a small saucepan set over low heat. Warm the honey, stirring often for 15 to 20 minutes, making sure the honey does not boil or scorch.
  2. Remove from the heat and allow the honey to cool. Strain out the herbs, then bottle the honey and label it as the recipe makes more than you will need for this recipe. Toss plum halves with ¼ cup of the rosemary honey in a large bowl. Set aside.Prep the chicken: Preheat oven to 450 degrees. Season chicken liberally with salt. Stuff cavity with 2 of the remaining rosemary sprigs. Tie legs together with kitchen twine.
  3. Place chicken, breast side up, in a shallow roasting pan or tray.
  4. Place the chicken in the preheated oven and roast for for 30 minutes.
  5. Remove from oven, and scatter the plums around chicken cut side up, dotting each one with butter. Return to oven, and roast for 20 to 30 minutes more, until an instant-read thermometer inserted into thickest part of the thigh reads 165 degrees.
  6. Let chicken rest for 10 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Calories690kcal
Protein17.58%
Fat38.76%
Carbs43.66%

Properties

Glycemic Index
22.73
Glycemic Load
38.97
Inflammation Score
-5
Nutrition Score
13.497391265372%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
3.72mg
Peonidin
0.2mg
Catechin
1.91mg
Epigallocatechin
0.16mg
Epicatechin
2.11mg
Epicatechin 3-gallate
0.5mg
Epigallocatechin 3-gallate
0.26mg
Naringenin
0.05mg
Quercetin
0.59mg
Gallocatechin
0.06mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:690.16kcal
34.51%
Fat:30.54g
46.98%
Saturated Fat:10.7g
66.85%
Carbohydrates:77.4g
25.8%
Net Carbohydrates:76.28g
27.74%
Sugar:76.13g
84.59%
Cholesterol:137.71mg
45.9%
Sodium:699.9mg
30.43%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:31.16g
62.31%
Vitamin B3:11.49mg
57.44%
Selenium:24.26µg
34.66%
Vitamin B6:0.61mg
30.59%
Phosphorus:255.82mg
25.58%
Vitamin B5:1.64mg
16.42%
Zinc:2.4mg
16.01%
Vitamin B2:0.25mg
14.59%
Potassium:459.47mg
13.13%
Vitamin A:639.27IU
12.79%
Vitamin C:9.35mg
11.33%
Iron:1.96mg
10.87%
Magnesium:39.31mg
9.83%
Vitamin B12:0.52µg
8.64%
Vitamin B1:0.12mg
7.79%
Copper:0.15mg
7.43%
Manganese:0.14mg
6.84%
Vitamin K:7.17µg
6.83%
Vitamin E:0.83mg
5.51%
Fiber:1.12g
4.49%
Folate:15.22µg
3.81%
Calcium:29.7mg
2.97%
Vitamin D:0.43µg
2.89%
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