Orange Baked Chicken

Slip thin slices of fresh orange under the skin and bake the whole bird with vegetables and broth for a divine, citrusy roast chicken. The prep work can all be done ahead, so a little planning can yield a wonderful dinner any night of the week.

• Preparation Time: 45 mins
• Cooking Time: 60 mins
• Total Time: 1 hr 45 mins
• Calories: 1234 Calories

Ingredients

• salt and pepper to taste
• ⅓ cup chicken broth
• 2 stalks celery, chopped
• 1 pound carrots
• 1 (4 pound) whole chicken, cut lengthwise
• 1 orange, sliced into rounds
• 2 pounds potatoes
• 2 small onions, quartered

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).

Step 2

Slide orange slices under chicken skin (skin will pull up easily). Place chicken in a 9x13 inch baking dish skin-side-up. Then place potatoes, carrots, onions and celery around the chicken and pour broth over all. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

Step 3

Bake for 1 hour at 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). (Note: If water decreases as it is cooking, add as needed; this will be your gravy.)