Herb & Citrus Roasted Chicken

CategoryDifficultyBeginner

A simple roasted chicken cab take flavor to the next level with the addition of our signature Durant Orange Fused Olive Oil and tasting room favorite, Orange & Herb Marinated Olives. The olives, marinated in a zesty orange and herb blend, bring a burst of bright, tangy flavor that perfectly complements the juicy, golden chicken. Whether you’re serving it for a weeknight dinner or a special occasion, this dish is sure to impress with its simplicity and bold flavors. Enjoy the perfect balance of citrus, herbs, and savory goodness!

Yields4 Servings
Prep Time30 minsCook Time1 hrTotal Time1 hr 30 mins
 1 Whole chicken
 ¼ cup Durant Orange Fused Olive Oil (seriously though, any of our olive oils would be delicious!)
 10 Fresh thyme sprigs
 2 Fresh rosemary sprigs
 3 Fresh bay laurel leaves
 1 tsp Fennel pollen (toasted fennel seeds, roughly ground, can be substituted)
 1 Lemon, cut into quarters
1

Liberally salt the whole chicken with Durant French Citrus and Fennel salt.

2

In a large bowl, add the salted chicken along with the remaining ingredients and marinate for at least one hour or up to 24 hours.

3

When ready to cook, preheat oven to 375F.

4

Remove the salted and marinated chicken from the marinade and place on a rimmed baking sheet or in proper roasting pan.

5

Place the whole herb springs and lemon quarters in the bird’s cavity for added aromatics and flavor when roasting!

6

Roast the chicken until the skin is golden, juices run clear and and a probe thermometer reads 165F. in both the legs and breast. Approximately 45-55 minutes.

7

Let the chicken rest for a few minutes before carving.

8

Transfer the carved chicken to a serving platter and liberally garnish with your Durant Orange Olive Oil and Herb Marinated Olives.

Ingredients

 1 Whole chicken
 ¼ cup Durant Orange Fused Olive Oil (seriously though, any of our olive oils would be delicious!)
 10 Fresh thyme sprigs
 2 Fresh rosemary sprigs
 3 Fresh bay laurel leaves
 1 tsp Fennel pollen (toasted fennel seeds, roughly ground, can be substituted)
 1 Lemon, cut into quarters

Directions

1

Liberally salt the whole chicken with Durant French Citrus and Fennel salt.

2

In a large bowl, add the salted chicken along with the remaining ingredients and marinate for at least one hour or up to 24 hours.

3

When ready to cook, preheat oven to 375F.

4

Remove the salted and marinated chicken from the marinade and place on a rimmed baking sheet or in proper roasting pan.

5

Place the whole herb springs and lemon quarters in the bird’s cavity for added aromatics and flavor when roasting!

6

Roast the chicken until the skin is golden, juices run clear and and a probe thermometer reads 165F. in both the legs and breast. Approximately 45-55 minutes.

7

Let the chicken rest for a few minutes before carving.

8

Transfer the carved chicken to a serving platter and liberally garnish with your Durant Orange Olive Oil and Herb Marinated Olives.

Herb & Citrus Roasted Chicken