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Sweet & Spicy Roast Chicken with Carrots, Dates & Pistachios Recipe

Sweet & Spicy Roast Chicken with Carrots, Dates & Pistachios Recipe

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  • Author: Sophia
  • Prep Time: 30 minutes
  • Cook Time: 45 minutes
  • Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes, plus at least 6 hours marinating time
  • Yield: 4-6 servings 1x
  • Category: Roasting
  • Method: Oven

Description

A delicious Sweet & Spicy Roast Chicken recipe with a flavorful marinade of citrus, honey, and mustard, roasted with carrots, dates, and pistachios for a perfect balance of sweet and savory.


Ingredients

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Marinade:

  • 1 teaspoon lemon zest
  • 3 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice, from 1 large lemon
  • 1 teaspoon orange zest
  • 6 tablespoons freshly squeezed orange juice, from 2 oranges
  • 6 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
  • 3 tablespoons whole grain mustard
  • 6 tablespoons honey
  • 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
  • 3 cloves garlic, roughly chopped
  • 1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves (or 1 teaspoon dried)
  • 2 1/2 teaspoons salt

Chicken & Vegetables:

  • 4 pounds bone-in chicken pieces (thighs, drumsticks, and breasts)
  • 3 cups 1/4-inch sliced carrots
  • 1 medium yellow onion, halved and thinly sliced
  • 1 cup thinly sliced dried dates
  • 2 tablespoons chopped Italian parsley, for garnish
  • 2 scallions, light and dark green parts, thinly sliced, for garnish
  • 1/4 cup chopped salted pistachios, for garnish

Instructions

  1. Make the marinade: In a medium bowl, whisk together lemon zest, lemon juice, orange zest, orange juice, olive oil, mustard, honey, red pepper flakes, garlic, thyme, and salt.
  2. Marinate: Place chicken, carrots, onions, and dates in a sealable plastic bag. Add the marinade, seal, and massage to coat evenly. Refrigerate for at least 6 hours or overnight.
  3. Preheat & Roast: Preheat oven to 425°F. Transfer ingredients to a sheet pan, skin side up, and roast for 40-45 minutes, stirring carrots halfway through.
  4. Broil: Turn on broiler for 1-3 minutes until skin is golden brown and crispy.
  5. Finish & Serve: Transfer to a platter, sprinkle with parsley, scallions, and pistachios. Serve hot.


Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: Approximately 500
  • Sugar: Approximately 25g
  • Sodium: Approximately 900mg
  • Fat: Approximately 20g
  • Saturated Fat: Approximately 5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: Approximately 15g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: Approximately 35g
  • Fiber: Approximately 5g
  • Protein: Approximately 40g
  • Cholesterol: Approximately 150mg