Nutmeg Orange Chicken Recipe
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
5 mins
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Cook Time
1 hr
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Total Time
1 hr 5 mins
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Servings
8
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Calories
593 kcal
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Course
Main Course
Nutmeg Orange Chicken Recipe
Description
This recipe uses a whole roasting chicken seasoned inside and out with a marinade of orange juice, olive oil, minced garlic, ground nutmeg, allspice, a pinch of ground cloves, and salt. The optional studding with whole cloves adds an aromatic dimension. After applying the marinade, the chicken is initially roasted at a high temperature to promote browning, then the oven temperature is reduced to finish cooking gently while basting to maintain moisture. The chicken is cooked until the internal temperature reaches 74°C (165°F), ensuring safety and tenderness.
The flavor melds citrus brightness with warm, slightly sweet spices, creating a distinctive aroma and taste. Resting the chicken after roasting allows juices to redistribute, enhancing moistness.
This chicken can be served as a centerpiece main dish for a family meal. Removing the skin reduces calories without greatly affecting the meat's juiciness. The recipe notes suggest covering the chicken with foil during most cooking for moisture retention unless browning first, which requires no foil initially. This preparation suits those who enjoy spiced poultry with a citrus touch.
Ingredients
- 6 tbsp orange juice smooth
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 2 garlic minced, cloves
- 2 tsp ground nutmeg
- 0.5 tsp ground allspice
- ground cloves a pinch
- salt
- cloves optional, whole, to stud
- 2 kg whole roasting chicken
Instructions
- Pre-heat the oven to fan-assisted 190C / 210C / 425F / gas 7.
- Mix the orange juice, olive oil, garlic, nutmeg, allspice, ground cloves and salt together.
- Place the chicken in a roasting try and smear the marinade both outside and inside the chicken.
- Roast in the hot oven for 20 mins.
- Then reduce the temperature to fan-assisted 160C / 180C / 350F / gas 4, baste the chicken and roast for a further 35-40 mins or until the internal temperature of the chicken reaches 74C (165 F) on a thermometer and the juice run clear.
- Switch off the oven leaving the door open and let the chicken rest for 15-20 mins before carving.
Notes
- Cover the chicken with foil for most of the cooking time to keep it moist unless browning it first, which is done without foil.
- If browning the chicken first, add the foil after you turn the oven on to maintain moisture.
- Removing the skin before eating reduces calories to about 1 Freestyle SmartPoints per serving without significantly affecting juiciness.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 8Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 593 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 593kcal | 30% |
| Carbohydrates | 1g | 0% |
| Protein | 46g | 92% |
| Fat | 43g | 66% |
| Saturated Fat | 11g | 55% |
| Cholesterol | 187mg | 62% |
| Sodium | 175mg | 7% |
| Potassium | 498mg | 11% |
| Sugar | 1g | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 375IU | 8% |
| Vitamin C | 10.6mg | 12% |
| Calcium | 30mg | 3% |
| Iron | 2.3mg | 13% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
5
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