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Kate Ramos

Soy and Citrus Roast Chicken

The raw chicken can be frozen in the marinade for up to 3 months. Thaw completely before cooking. 
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Marinating Time 8 hours
Total Time 8 hours 55 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: chicken
Cuisine: American
Calories: 163
Ingredients Method Nutrition

Ingredients
  

  • 3 tablespoons lemon zest
  • 3 tablespoons orange zest
  • 2 tablespoons fresh orange juice
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons chopped parsley
  • 1 tablespoon honey
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce
  • 8-10 chicken pieces you can use 1 whole chicken cut into 10 pieces, or 8-10 breasts, thighs, drumsticks, or a combination

Method
 

  1. Combine all ingredients except the chicken in a large shallow container. Add chicken pieces and toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate, turning occasionally, for at least 30 minutes or up to overnight.
  2. When ready to cook, heat oven to 400°F and remove chicken from refrigerator to come to room temperature while oven is heating.
  3. Remove chicken from marinade and let excess drip off. Place pieces well apart on a foil-lined baking sheet and roast in the lower third of the oven for 40-45 minutes, turning occasionally, until golden brown and crispy.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 163kcalCarbohydrates: 7gProtein: 11gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 45mgSodium: 255mgFiber: 1gSugar: 5g

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