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Honey Fennel and Florida Grapefruit Glazed Chicken

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Relish in roasted chicken glazed with a sweet and tangy grapefruit and honey sauce, flavored with fennel for a delicious main course.

Honey Fennel and Florida Grapefruit Glazed Chicken

Ingredients

  • 2 Florida Grapefruit (1 juiced, 1 sliced)
  • 1 whole fresh organic chicken
  • 1 tbsp. fennel seeds
  • 1 tsp. black peppercorns
  • ½ tsp. course salt
  • 2 tsp. garlic powder
  • ½ cup honey
Honey Fennel and Florida Grapefruit Glazed Chicken Nutrition Facts

Preparation

Step 1: Pre-heat oven to 350°F. Place chicken into a roasting pan and set aside.
 
Step 2: Toast fennel seeds and black peppercorns in a small pan over high heat for 2-3 minutes until fragrant. Transfer to a mini food processor. Add salt and garlic powder and pulse until granular.
 
Step 3: In a small mixing bowl, stir together spice mixture, ¼ cup Florida Grapefruit juice and honey.
 
Step 4: Drizzle chicken with half the glaze, reserving the rest for basting. Slice second Florida Grapefruit into thin rounds and place on top and around chicken. Roast for 1.5 hours until golden brown and internal temperature reaches 165°F. Re-glaze after 45 minutes.
 
Step 5: Serve with pan juices if desired and a side of roasted fennel.

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