Rosh Hashanah Chicken with Cinnamon and Apples from Metz

Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
16%
Rosh Hashanah Chicken with Cinnamon and Apples from Metz
45 min.
6
528kcal

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Welcome to a festive culinary experience that celebrates the flavors of Rosh Hashanah! This delightful Cinnamon and Apples Chicken recipe is not only a tribute to tradition but also a perfect representation of the joy and sweetness associated with the Jewish New Year. Imagine the savory aroma of a perfectly roasting chicken infused with fragrant spices wafting through your kitchen, inviting your family and friends to gather around the table.

Using just a few simple ingredients, this dish beautifully marries tender chicken with the sweetness of apples and the warmth of cinnamon, creating an inviting main course that is both gluten-free and dairy-free. Whether you choose to serve it for lunch or dinner, it's a meal that promises to satisfy without compromising on taste or dietary needs.

The combination of juicy apples nestled next to your succulent roasted chicken elevates the experience, making it a memorable centerpiece for any occasion. Plus, with minimal prep time and a cooking duration of only 45 minutes, you can focus on what truly matters – enjoying time with your loved ones while creating cherished memories around the dinner table.

So, gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and let’s embark on a culinary journey that celebrates history, culture, and above all, delicious food! You'll not only nourish your body, but you'll also indulge in the kind of flavors that make each bite truly special.

Ingredients

  •  apples french cored fine (the would use reine-des-reinettes apples or pippins, but Fuji apples are )
  • cup chicken broth 
  • teaspoon ground cinnamon 
  •  onion peeled cut into chunks
  • 3.5 pound roasting chickens 
  • servings salt and pepper freshly ground to taste
  • tablespoons sugar 
  • 1.3 cups wine 

Equipment

  • oven
  • roasting pan

Directions

  1. Preheat the oven to 375 degrees.
  2. Season the chicken with salt and freshly ground pepper to taste and 1/2 teaspoon of the cinnamon. Put in a roasting pan with the onion.
  3. Pour the chicken broth and wine over the chicken, and roast in the oven for 45 minutes.
  4. After the chicken has been cooking for 45 minutes, surround it with the apples sprinkled with the remaining cinnamon and the sugar. Baste with the wine, and roast for about 45 more minutes, or until the apples are very soft and the chicken is cooked.
  5. Reprinted with permission from Quiches, Kugels, and Couscous: My Search for Jewish Cooking in France by Joan Nathan, © 2010 Alfred A. Knopf, a division of Random House, Inc.

Nutrition Facts

Calories528kcal
Protein27.71%
Fat55.66%
Carbs16.63%

Properties

Glycemic Index
24.85
Glycemic Load
6.7
Inflammation Score
-8
Nutrition Score
17.911304515341%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
1.43mg
Malvidin
0.03mg
Peonidin
0.02mg
Catechin
1.59mg
Epigallocatechin
0.24mg
Epicatechin
7.15mg
Epicatechin 3-gallate
0.01mg
Epigallocatechin 3-gallate
0.17mg
Hesperetin
0.21mg
Naringenin
0.2mg
Luteolin
0.11mg
Isorhamnetin
0.92mg
Kaempferol
0.25mg
Myricetin
0.01mg
Quercetin
7.39mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:528.38kcal
26.42%
Fat:30.13g
46.36%
Saturated Fat:8.56g
53.48%
Carbohydrates:20.26g
6.75%
Net Carbohydrates:17.58g
6.39%
Sugar:14.92g
16.58%
Cholesterol:166.9mg
55.63%
Sodium:476.76mg
20.73%
Alcohol:5.49g
100%
Alcohol %:1.74%
100%
Protein:33.75g
67.5%
Vitamin B3:12.67mg
63.33%
Vitamin B6:0.7mg
35.23%
Phosphorus:345.41mg
34.54%
Vitamin A:1679.57IU
33.59%
Selenium:22.74µg
32.49%
Vitamin B12:1.92µg
32%
Vitamin B2:0.39mg
22.99%
Vitamin B5:2.08mg
20.75%
Zinc:2.64mg
17.59%
Iron:3mg
16.65%
Potassium:549.19mg
15.69%
Folate:56.99µg
14.25%
Vitamin C:10.19mg
12.35%
Manganese:0.25mg
12.35%
Magnesium:49.01mg
12.25%
Fiber:2.67g
10.69%
Vitamin B1:0.15mg
9.92%
Copper:0.16mg
7.86%
Calcium:38.86mg
3.89%
Vitamin K:2.39µg
2.28%
Vitamin E:0.19mg
1.27%
Source:Epicurious