Recipes tagged with « Cozy Dinners »

Rosy Cider Chicken

Roast whole chicken stuffed with savory aromatics and tart fruit. Uses sparkling rosé cider for bright acidity and subtle bubbles. Apple swap to Gala or McIntosh for sweetness balance. Leek replaces onion—milder, adds depth. Thyme swapped for marjoram giving earthy floral notes. Butter brushing sears skin crisp, locks moisture. Slow cooking with cider steeps flavors into meat and fruit. Aromas of roasting poultry with faint fruit esters fill air. Clear juices signal doneness, not just time. Easy to sub fresh herbs if none on hand. Perfect for cozy dinners with simple roasted potatoes on side.