Sephardic Roast Chicken With Orange Lemon And Ginger Recipe

Experience a taste of history with this exquisite Sephardic Roast Chicken! Dating back to the arrival of Sephardic Jews in Italy, this recipe infuses juicy chicken with the bright zest of oranges and lemons, and the warm, distinctive spice of ginger. A perfect Passover centerpiece or any special occasion, this recipe is surprisingly easy to make and bursting with flavor. Prepare to impress your family and friends with this culinary journey through time.

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 180 mins
Calories 683.1 kcal
Protein 85g
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How to Make Sephardic Roast Chicken With Orange Lemon And Ginger

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Rinse a whole chicken (approx. 3-4 lbs) and pat it completely dry with paper towels.
  3. Grate the zest from 1 orange and 1 lemon. Reserve the zest.
  4. Cut the zested lemon into quarters. Rub the outside of the chicken with the lemon quarters, then discard the quarters.
  5. Cut the zested orange into quarters. Cut the second lemon into quarters. Reserve the orange and lemon quarters.
  6. In a small bowl, combine the reserved orange and lemon zest, 1 tablespoon of grated fresh ginger (about 1 inch), and 1 teaspoon salt and 1/2 teaspoon of freshly ground black pepper. Rub this mixture evenly inside the chicken cavity.
  7. Place the orange and remaining lemon quarters inside the chicken cavity and under the skin of the breast. Season the chicken all over with salt and pepper to taste.
  8. Place the chicken on a rack set inside a shallow roasting pan.
  9. In a small bowl, whisk together 1/4 cup olive oil or melted margarine, 1/4 cup fresh orange juice, 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice, and 2 tablespoons honey and remaining 2 tablespoons grated fresh ginger (about 2 inches).
  10. Place the chicken in the middle rack of the preheated oven. Roast for 2 to 2 1/2 hours, or until a meat thermometer inserted into the thickest part of the thigh registers 170°F (77°C) and juices run clear.
  11. Baste the chicken with the citrus juice mixture at least 4 times during roasting.
  12. If the chicken is browning too quickly, loosely tent it with aluminum foil.
  13. Transfer the chicken to a platter and let it rest for 10-15 minutes before carving.
  14. Garnish with fresh orange segments and serve.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

11 g

Sugar

60g

Fat

65g

Carbs

6g

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Sephardic Roast Chicken With Orange Lemon And Ginger?

Sephardic Roast Chicken With Orange Lemon And Ginger takes about 200 minutes from start to finish — roughly 20 minutes to prepare and 180 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Sephardic Roast Chicken With Orange Lemon And Ginger?

Sephardic Roast Chicken With Orange Lemon And Ginger has approximately 683.1 calories per serving, with about 85 g protein, 6 g carbohydrates and 74 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Sephardic Roast Chicken With Orange Lemon And Ginger?

The key ingredients for Sephardic Roast Chicken With Orange Lemon And Ginger are Roasting Chickens, Orange, Lemons, Fresh Ginger, Salt, Pepper. See the full list with measurements above.

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