Honey Brined Lemon Roasted Chicken
Chef Alex Trimble
Recipe Notes
Preparation Time: Overnight
Cooking Time: 45 minutes
Makes 4 portions
ingredients
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1 whole chicken
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1 cup water
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1 tbsp sea salt
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1 tbsp honey
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1 lemon, juice only
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½ bunch fresh oregano, chopped
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1 tsp black pepper
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1 tbsp olive oil
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½ bunch oregano
Directions
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Combine the water, salt, honey, lemon juice, oregano and black pepper. Save the lemon halves and remaining oregano.
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Put chicken and marinade in a container so chicken is covered with the brine. Place in refrigerator and marinate for 24 hours.
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Drain and pat the chicken dry with paper towels.
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Rub the chicken with olive oil, place the lemon halves and remaining oregano into the cavity on the chicken.
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Preheat oven to 350°F and roast the chicken to an internal temperature of 165°F on an instant read thermometer.