Lavender, Lovage and Lime Roast Chicken With Honey

May 09, 2023May 9, 20230 0
Lavender, Lovage and Lime Roast Chicken With Honey - Aromatic Chicken Recipe
in Main

Prep

20 min

Cook

1 hr 20 min

Ready In

1 hr 40 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1 small limes or 1 small lemon , finely chopped , pips removed
1 small onion , finely chopped
2 -3 garlic cloves , crushed
100 g butter , softened
1 roasting chickens
4 sprigs lovage or 4 stalks celery & leaves , roughly chopped
1 tablespoon lavender flowers
50 ml olive oil
2 tablespoons lavender honey
salt & freshly ground black pepper
lavender , and lovage sprigs ( to garnish )

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4-6
Calories
543
Sugar
6g
Fat
34g
This Lavender, Lovage and Lime Roast Chicken with Honey recipe is a fragrant twist on a classic roast chicken dinner. The combination of lavender, lovage and lime creates a unique and refreshing flavor that's sure to impress your dinner guests. This dish is easy to make and perfect for special occasions or a cosy family meal. Not only is this dish delicious, it's also a great way to incorporate lavender into your diet, which has a range of health benefits.

Instructions

1.Preheat the oven to 180°C. Mix together the finely grated zest of the lime or lemon, onion, garlic and butter. Set aside.
2.Rinse and pat dry the chicken. Carefully lift the skin and rub half the butter mixture over the flesh of the chicken, making sure you reach the legs and thighs as well as the breasts.
3.Mix together the rest of the butter mixture with the celery or chopped lovage, lavender flowers, olive oil and lavender honey. Use a cooking brush to brush the chicken all over with the honey mixture.
4.Place the chicken on a baking tray and season with salt and freshly ground pepper. Roast the chicken in the middle of the oven for 1 hour and 20 minutes
5.Once the chicken is cooked through, let it rest for 10-15 minutes before carving. Garnish with lavender and lovage sprigs.

PROS

This aromatic roast chicken is a feast for the senses, with the fragrant combination of lavender, lovage and lime bringing a unique twist to a classic recipe.
It’s easy to make and perfect for special occasions or a cosy family meal.

CONS

While roast chicken itself is a relatively healthy protein source, the butter and honey used in this recipe add extra calories and fat.
It’s important to enjoy this dish in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Chicken is a lean protein that’s packed with essential nutrients, including vitamin B6, phosphorus and niacin. Lavender is thought to have a range of health benefits, including aiding in digestion, reducing anxiety and promoting relaxation.

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