Lemon and Orange Glazed Chicken Baked in a Brown Paper Bag
Recipe provided by Jason McNeer
Discover the joy of preparing this mouthwatering dish that infuses juicy chicken with zesty citrus flavors!
- Difficulty: Easy
- Servings: 6
- Nutritional Information Per Serving (Serving Size: 1 of 6 servings)
Calories: 540 | Total Fat: 31 g | Saturated Fat: 9 g | Carbohydrates: 27 g | Dietary Fiber: 3 g | Sugar: 17 g | Protein: 39 g | Cholesterol: 150 mg | Sodium: 921 mg
- Total Time: 4 hr 30 min
- Preparation: 1 hr
- Resting Time: 1 hr 30 min
- Cooking Time: 2 hr
Ingredients for Citrus Marinade:
- 1 whole chicken
- 1 container orange concentrate
- 3 teaspoons salt
- 1 teaspoon peppercorns
- 1/2 cup dry rub blend
Ingredients for Citrus Glaze:
- 3 cups fresh orange juice
- 3 lemons, squeezed for juice
- 1 lime, squeezed for juice
- 3 teaspoons brown sugar
- 2 teaspoons honey (suggested: orange blossom variety)
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Preparation Instructions:
- Blend all marinade components together in a large pot or mixing bowl. Insert the chicken and add water until fully submerged. Cover and refrigerate for a full 24 hours to let those incredible flavors meld and penetrate every bite.
- Position chicken on the cooking rack. Pour the prepared marinade over the bird and apply the dry rub seasoning of your choosing all over and inside the chicken. Transfer the chicken into a brown paper grocery bag for that perfect, crispy bake. Adjust oven rack to the bottom position.
- Set oven temperature to 400 degrees F. Roast for approximately 1 1/2 hours until the chicken is fully cooked, golden, and the juices flow clear when piercedyour kitchen will fill with irresistible aromas!
- In a separate mixing bowl, combine all ingredients for the Citrus Glaze. Drizzle the sweet-tangy glaze over the prepared chicken and serve extra sauce on the side for dipping. Get ready to impress with every succulent bite!
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