Florida Citrus and Herb Roasted Chicken

Ingredients

Preparation

Prepare brine by combining all brine ingredients in a large container and stirring until salt and sugar are dissolved (making sure to squeeze the juice from the citrus). Allow to cool to room temperature before placing in refrigerator for 12 to 24 hours (you can also add ice to cool quicker).

Preheat oven to 425 degrees. Remove chicken from the brine, pat dry and place in a large roasting pan. Combine softened butter, zest of 1 lemon, salt and pepper; stir to combine and rub onto the skin of the chicken. Place Key lime halves, lemon halves, fresh herbs and garlic inside the chicken and secure it with butcher’s twine. Season chicken with salt and pepper, place in the oven and roast for 30 minutes. Reduce temperature to 375 degrees and continue to roast for 30 to 45 more minutes or until thermometer reads 165 degrees. Remove from oven and allow to rest for 15 minutes before serving.

Fresh tip: Brine ingredients can be changed depending on the flavor you want!