Delicious and Savory Roast Chicken with Apples, Leeks, and Rosemary

This recipe for Roast Chicken with Apples, Leeks, and Rosemary is a perfect balance of sweet and savory flavors. The juicy roasted chicken is complemented by the tender apples, caramelized leeks, and fragrant rosemary. It's an easy and impressive dish that will please your family and guests. With a preparation time of 15 minutes, this recipe is perfect for a special dinner or holiday feast. Give it a try and enjoy the mouthwatering combination of flavors!

Ingredients

• 1 whole chicken (about 4 lbs)
• 2 apples, cored and cut into wedges
• 2 leeks, white and light green parts only, sliced
• 4 sprigs of fresh rosemary
• 4 tablespoons of olive oil
• 2 cloves of garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon of salt
• 1/2 teaspoon of black pepper
• 1/2 cup of chicken broth

Directions

1. Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C).
2. Rinse the chicken and pat it dry with paper towels.
3. In a large roasting pan, place the chicken breast side up.
4. Rub the chicken all over with 2 tablespoons of olive oil.
5. Season the chicken with salt, black pepper, and minced garlic.
6. Place the apple wedges, sliced leeks, and 2 sprigs of rosemary around the chicken in the pan.
7. Drizzle the remaining 2 tablespoons of olive oil over the apples, leeks, and rosemary.
8. Toss everything gently to coat with the oil.
9. Sprinkle the remaining 2 sprigs of rosemary on top of the chicken.
10. Pour the chicken broth into the bottom of the roasting pan.
11. Place the pan in the preheated oven and roast the chicken for about 1 hour and 15 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C) when tested with a meat thermometer.
12. Every 20 minutes, baste the chicken with the pan juices.
13. Remove the pan from the oven and let the chicken rest for 10 minutes before carving.
14. Serve the roast chicken with the apples, leeks, rosemary, and pan juices.
15. Enjoy!

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