Rosemary Garlic Roast Chicken
Get ready to warm up your winter nights with this aromatic, oven-roasted chicken! Marinated in a delightful mix of Worcestershire sauce, mustard, and spices, this festive dish combines the savory flavors of garlic and rosemary with the juicy sweetness of cherry tomatoes. A touch of honey and melted butter gives the chicken a beautiful glaze and a succulent finish. Perfectly roasted to a crispy golden brown, serve this sumptuous chicken with roasted cherry tomatoes, garlic, and a side of crusty bread or mashed potatoes for a cozy and comforting meal. Bring some holiday cheer to your table with this winter wonder
"Warm Up with Festive Roast Chicken"
Prep Time
20 mins
Cook Time
45 mins
Serving Size
4
Ingredients
- 1 kg chicken thighs and drumsticks (about 6-8 pieces)
- 2 whole garlic pods (halved horizontally)
- 4-5 fresh rosemary sprigs
- 250 g cherry tomatoes (halved)
- 2-3 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tbsp mustard paste
- 1 tsp white pepper powder
- salt to taste
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tsp chili flakes (optional, for color)
- 100gms melted butter
- 1 tsp honey (for a glaze, optional)
Accompaniment:
- crusty baguette and creamy mashed potatoes
Method
- In a bowl, mix Worcestershire sauce, Mustard paste, White pepper powder, Salt, Lemon juice, Olive oil & chili flakes.
- Rub the marinade thoroughly over the chicken pieces. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours (or overnight for best results).
- Select top and bottom heater with fan function & preheat the oven to 200°C. In a baking dish, arrange marinated chicken pieces. Halved garlic pods (cut side up), Cherry tomatoes, Rosemary sprigs. Drizzle melted butter over the chicken and spread well with a brush.
- Roast in the preheated oven for 40 – 45 minutes in middle rack position, turning the chicken halfway through to ensure even cooking. Baste the chicken with the pan juices occasionally for extra flavor and moisture.
- During the last 5 minutes, brush the chicken with a mix of 1 tsp honey and a splash of melted butter.
- Ensure the chicken is cooked to an internal temperature of 75°C. Serve hot with the roasted cherry tomatoes, garlic, and a side of crusty bread or mashed potatoes.
