ROAST CHICKEN WITH DRIED FRUIT AND ALMONDS
Inspired by all that's great about Sephardic cooking, this roast chicken feels both homey and exotic. This is for 2 birds. This can also be made with chicken pieces for a more everyday meal.
Provided by Annacia
Categories Whole Chicken
Time 1h30m
Yield 8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Heat 6 tablespoons olive oil in heavy large skillet over medium heat.
- Add onions and sauté until deep golden brown, about 20 minutes; sprinkle with salt and pepper.
- Transfer onions to large bowl; mix in prunes, dates, apricots, sugar, and cinnamon.
- Do ahead Can be made 1 day ahead.
- Cover and chill.
- Preheat oven to 350°F Spread fruit mixture over bottom of large roasting pan.
- Tuck chicken wing tips under.
- Rub each chicken with 1/2 tablespoon remaining olive oil and 1/2 teaspoon turmeric.
- Sprinkle each with salt and pepper; place chickens, side by side, atop fruit mixture. Pour 11/2 cups water around chickens.
- Roast chickens 1 hour.
- Turn pan around; add more water to fruit mixture by 1/4 cupfuls if beginning to dry.
- Continue to roast chickens until brown and juices run clear when thigh is pierced, about 45 minutes.
- Transfer chickens to carving board; let stand 10 minutes.
- Spoon fruit onto platter; top with chickens and any accumulated juices.
- Sprinkle with almonds and serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 1220.3, Fat 63.8, SaturatedFat 15.4, Cholesterol 213.9, Sodium 215.1, Carbohydrate 113.1, Fiber 14, Sugar 79.9, Protein 57.5
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Asatsho Mgidi
[email protected]This chicken is so good! I'll definitely be making it again.
SSOZI Richard
[email protected]I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone who loves chicken.
Marvin Gaza
[email protected]This recipe is a bit time-consuming, but it's worth it. The chicken is so flavorful and juicy.
Sammy Taich
[email protected]I've made this recipe several times and it's always a hit. It's a great way to impress your guests.
Hotel Raviraj
[email protected]I love the combination of flavors in this recipe. The dried fruit and almonds add a really nice touch.
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[email protected]This chicken is so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser. I've made it for potlucks, dinner parties, and even just a weeknight meal.
Isaiah
[email protected]I made this recipe for my picky husband and he loved it! He said it was the best chicken he's ever had.
Hailey Bishop
[email protected]I followed the recipe exactly and the chicken turned out perfectly. I highly recommend this recipe.
Tutul Hasan
[email protected]5 stars! This chicken is amazing.
Muhammad Zeeshan Ali
[email protected]This recipe is a keeper! I will definitely be making it again.
Tijani Elizabeth
[email protected]I'm not usually a fan of chicken, but this recipe changed my mind! The chicken was so tender and juicy, and the dried fruit and almonds added a really nice flavor.
Ajah Chol
[email protected]I made this recipe for a dinner party and it was a huge success! Everyone loved the chicken and raved about the unique flavor.
Olympia Fezeka
[email protected]This roast chicken with dried fruit and almonds was a hit with my family! The chicken was moist and flavorful, and the dried fruit and almonds added a nice touch of sweetness and crunch.