Golden Sage Roast Chicken with Garlic-Scented Figs
Succulent roasted chicken, seasoned with fragrant sage and garlic, accompanied by caramelized garlic-scented figs, creates a perfectly balanced dish bursting with flavors. The tender chicken and sweet, savory figs harmonize to create a culinary masterpiece that will impress your guests.
ingredients
- 1 whole chicken (3-4 lbs)
- 12 fresh figs, halved
- 6 garlic cloves, minced
- 10 fresh sage leaves, chopped
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons butter, melted
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
steps
- 1.
Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- 2.
In a small bowl, mix minced garlic, chopped sage, olive oil, melted butter, honey, salt, and black pepper to create a flavorful marinade.
- 3.
Place the chicken in a roasting pan and generously rub it with the marinade, ensuring it is evenly coated.
- 4.
Arrange the fig halves around the chicken in the roasting pan, cut side up.
- 5.
Place the pan in the preheated oven and roast for 1 hour and 15 minutes, or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
- 6.
Baste the chicken with the pan juices every 20 minutes for a moist and tender texture.
- 7.
After 45 minutes of roasting, sprinkle the figs with a little extra honey for an enticing caramelized finish.
- 8.
Once the chicken is fully cooked, remove it from the oven and let it rest for 10 minutes.
- 9.
Serve the golden sage roast chicken alongside the garlic-scented figs, and drizzle some of the pan juices over the dish for added flavor.
