Cranberry and lemon roast chicken

Cranberry and lemon roast chicken boasts tender, succulent meat bursting with flavours of tart cranberries and zesty lemon.

April 27, 2023

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Cranberry and lemon roast chicken — The tartness of the cranberries pairs perfectly with the acidity of the lemon, creating a unique taste. Image credit: Roodeberg

Cranberry and lemon roast chicken is a delicious and flavourful dish that combines the tanginess of citrus with the sweetness of cranberries.

This recipe is perfect for those who love a classic roast chicken with a twist.

Recipe compliments of Roodeberg.

Ingredients

8 chicken pieces
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 cup Dr Charles Niehaus
1 garlic head cut into half
2 lemons halved
Salt and pepper
1 cup frozen cranberries
¼ cup sugar
Rind of 1 lemon

Method

Pre-heat the oven to 200°C.
Heat the olive oil in an oven-proof pan.
Fry the chicken pieces until skin is brown.
Turn them over and add the wine, halved lemons, halved garlic, cranberries, sugar and rind of one lemon.
Season with salt and pepper.
Bake in the oven for 1 hour.

April 27, 2023

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