Apple Marinated Roast Chicken with Grilled Apple Rings

Delight your taste buds with this Apple Marinated Roast Chicken with Grilled Apple Rings—a show-stopping centerpiece for any dinner table. This recipe infuses a whole chicken with the irresistible flavors of apple cider, honey, and fresh rosemary, resulting in a moist, flavorful roast that’s both savory and subtly sweet. The marinade not only tenderizes the chicken but also creates a golden, caramelized skin when basted throughout the cooking process. Paired with perfectly grilled apple rings brushed with a buttery cinnamon-sugar glaze, this dish captures the essence of autumn in every bite. Garnish with fresh apple wedges for an elegant presentation that’s as stunning as it is delicious. Perfect for fall gatherings and family dinners, this recipe is a celebration of seasonal flavors sure to wow your guests.

Nutriscore Rating: 69/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:90 mins

Total Time:120 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 4-5 pounds Whole chicken
• 2 cups Apple cider
• 2 tablespoons Apple cider vinegar
• 2 tablespoons Honey
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 4 Garlic cloves
• 2 Fresh rosemary sprigs
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 1 teaspoon Ground black pepper
• 3 Apples (firm, such as Granny Smith or Honeycrisp)
• 2 tablespoons Butter
• 0.5 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
• 1 tablespoon Brown sugar

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, combine apple cider, apple cider vinegar, honey, olive oil, minced garlic, rosemary sprigs, salt, and ground black pepper to create the marinade.

Step 2

Place the whole chicken in a large resealable plastic bag or a deep dish. Pour the marinade over the chicken, ensuring it is evenly coated. Seal the bag (or cover the dish) and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or preferably overnight.

Step 3

When ready to cook, preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Remove the chicken from the marinade and place it on a roasting rack set in a roasting pan. Reserve the marinade for basting.

Step 4

Roast the chicken in the preheated oven for 1 to 1.5 hours (approximately 20 minutes per pound), basting every 20-30 minutes with the reserved marinade until the internal temperature of the thickest part of the chicken reaches 165°F (74°C).

Step 5

While the chicken is roasting, prepare the grilled apple rings. Start by slicing two of the apples horizontally into 1/3-inch-thick rings and remove the core from each slice using a small round cutter or knife.

Step 6

In a small bowl, melt the butter and mix in ground cinnamon and brown sugar. Brush this mixture onto both sides of the apple rings.

Step 7

Heat a grill pan or outdoor grill over medium-high heat. Once hot, grill the apple rings for 2-3 minutes on each side, or until they develop beautiful grill marks and are tender.

Step 8

Slice the third apple into wedges to garnish the serving dish, if desired.

Step 9

Remove the roasted chicken from the oven and allow it to rest for 10-15 minutes before carving.

Step 10

Serve the chicken warm alongside the grilled apple rings and garnish with fresh apple wedges, if using.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	3016.4 grams (3016.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1430

Total Fat 67.30g	86%
Saturated Fat 21.60g	108%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.60g
Cholesterol 202mg	67%
Sodium 2691mg	117%
Total Carbohydrate 181.70g	66%
Dietary Fiber 16.10g	58%
Total Sugars 148.20g
Protein 38.00g	76%

Vitamin D 5IU	23%
Calcium 155mg	12%
Iron 5mg	25%
Potassium 1638mg	35%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 40.8%

Protein: 10.2%

Carbs: 49.0%