Roast Chicken with Autumn Fruits

Celebrate the flavors of the season with this mouthwatering Roast Chicken with Autumn Fruits recipe, a perfect blend of savory and sweet that’s sure to become your fall dining centerpiece. Juicy, golden-brown roast chicken is seasoned with thyme, rosemary, and a hint of citrus, then paired with tender roasted apples, pears, red onion, and warm spices like cinnamon. A honey drizzle and sage-infused chicken broth create a luscious pan sauce, while basting ensures every bite is moist and flavorful. Ideal for cozy family dinners or entertaining guests, this easy-to-follow recipe delivers a comforting, seasonal feast that embraces the essence of autumn.

Nutriscore Rating: 69/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:90 mins

Total Time:110 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 3-4 lbs whole chicken
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 teaspoons salt
• 1 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
• 1 lemon
• 4 garlic cloves
• 1 apple
• 1 pear
• 8 fresh sage leaves
• 1 red onion
• 1 cinnamon stick
• 1 tablespoon honey
• 1 cup chicken broth

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 2

Pat the chicken dry with paper towels and place it on a roasting pan.

Step 3

Rub the chicken with olive oil, then season it evenly with salt, black pepper, thyme, and rosemary.

Step 4

Cut the lemon in half. Stuff one half inside the chicken cavity along with 2 smashed garlic cloves and 3 sage leaves.

Step 5

Slice the apple, pear, and red onion into wedges. Arrange them around the chicken in the roasting pan along with the remaining garlic cloves and sage leaves.

Step 6

Break the cinnamon stick in half and add it to the pan.

Step 7

Drizzle the honey over the fruits and vegetables, then pour the chicken broth into the bottom of the pan.

Step 8

Squeeze the juice from the remaining lemon half over the entire chicken and surrounding fruits.

Step 9

Place the roasting pan in the preheated oven and roast the chicken for approximately 90 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C) when measured in the thickest part of the thigh.

Step 10

Halfway through the cooking time, baste the chicken and fruits with the pan juices to keep the meat moist and flavorful.

Step 11

Once cooked, remove the chicken from the oven and let it rest for 10 minutes before carving.

Step 12

Serve alongside the roasted autumn fruits and drizzle with the pan juices for a complete, seasonal meal.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	2286.1 grams (2286.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	888

Total Fat 41.10g	53%
Saturated Fat 7.60g	38%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.00g
Cholesterol 102mg	34%
Sodium 5407mg	235%
Total Carbohydrate 107.60g	39%
Dietary Fiber 19.50g	70%
Total Sugars 67.80g
Protein 34.60g	69%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 234mg	18%
Iron 6mg	35%
Potassium 1386mg	29%

*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: 39.4%

Protein: 14.7%

Carbs: 45.9%