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Juicy roasted chicken glazed with orange and maple syrup, garnished with fresh orange slices.

ORANGE MAPLE GLAZED ROAST CHICKEN

Sana Umer
This Orange Maple Glazed Roast Chicken is juicy, flavorful, and perfectly caramelized. Sweet citrus and rich maple make it a showstopper for family dinners or special occasions.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 450 kcal

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken:

  • 1 whole chicken (3-4 lbs) giblets removed
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper

For the Glaze:

  • ½ cup fresh orange juice
  • 3 tablespoons maple syrup
  • 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon orange zest

Instructions
 

Prepare Chicken:

  • Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Rub chicken with olive oil, salt, and pepper.

Make Glaze:

  • In a small bowl, whisk together orange juice, maple syrup, Dijon mustard, soy sauce, garlic, and orange zest.

Glaze Chicken:

  • Place chicken on a roasting pan. Brush half of the glaze over chicken.

Roast Chicken:

  • Roast in preheated oven for 50-60 minutes, basting with remaining glaze every 15 minutes, until internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).

Serve:

  • Remove chicken from oven, let rest 10 minutes, then carve and serve warm.

Notes

  • Resting: Let the chicken rest before carving for juicy meat.
  • Glaze: Adjust sweetness with more or less maple syrup.
  • Serving: Serve with roasted vegetables or mashed potatoes.
  • Make Ahead: Glaze can be prepared a day ahead and stored in refrigerator.
  • Internal Temp: Always check the thickest part of chicken for 165°F (74°C).