Cat Cora's Saffron Honey Roasted Chicken Recipe

Experience the magic of Cat Cora's Saffron Honey Roasted Chicken, a recipe originally featured in a magazine in October 2007. This decadent dish boasts a succulent, honey-glazed chicken infused with the aromatic warmth of saffron. Impress your family and friends with this unforgettable, restaurant-quality meal that's surprisingly easy to make at home. Get ready for crispy skin and incredibly juicy, flavorful meat!

Prep Time 20 mins

Cook Time 75 mins

Calories 562 kcal

Protein 63g

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Adapted from Food.com, then tested & standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Cat Cora's Saffron Honey Roasted Chicken

1 (3 1/2-4 lb) whole chicken
Unsalted Butter
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1/4 cup honey
Water
1 pinch saffron threads
2 tablespoons olive oil
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 teaspoon paprika
fresh rosemary or thyme sprigs

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How to Make Cat Cora's Saffron Honey Roasted Chicken

Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
Pat the chicken dry with paper towels. This helps the skin crisp up.
In a small bowl, whisk together the honey, olive oil, saffron threads, salt, pepper, and paprika.
Place the chicken in a roasting pan and generously rub the honey-saffron mixture all over the chicken, ensuring it gets under the skin as well.
Roast the chicken for 60-75 minutes, or until a meat thermometer inserted into the thickest part of the thigh registers 165°F (74°C).
Let the chicken rest for 10 minutes before carving and serving. This allows the juices to redistribute, resulting in a more tender and flavorful chicken.
Garnish with fresh herbs like rosemary or thyme before serving (optional).

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

5 g

Sugar

69g

Fat

77g

Carbs

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Cat Cora's Saffron Honey Roasted Chicken?

Cat Cora's Saffron Honey Roasted Chicken takes about 95 minutes from start to finish — roughly 20 minutes to prepare and 75 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Cat Cora's Saffron Honey Roasted Chicken?

Cat Cora's Saffron Honey Roasted Chicken has approximately 562 calories per serving, with about 63 g protein, 5 g carbohydrates and 62 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Cat Cora's Saffron Honey Roasted Chicken?

The key ingredients for Cat Cora's Saffron Honey Roasted Chicken are Whole Chickens, Unsalted Butter, Kosher Salt, Honey, Water, Saffron Thread. See the full list with measurements above.