Apple Cinnamon Roast Chicken for Rosh

Ingredients

Estimated total cost: €30.10 · €5.02/serving

• One 31/2-to-4-pound free-range roasting chickenEst. price €24.00–€40.00
• Salt and freshly ground pepper to taste (season generously to enhance flavors)Est. price €0.05–€0.15
• 1 teaspoon aromatic ground cinnamonEst. price €0.15–€0.30
• 1 onion, peeled and cut into chunks (use sweet yellow onion for a milder taste)Est. price €0.30–€0.80
• 1 cup homemade chicken broth (for richer flavor)Est. price €0.50–€1.50
• 11/3 cups premium white wineEst. price €4.00–€10.00
• 3 apples, cored and cut horizontally into 4 pieces (opt for reine-des-reinettes apples or pippins for a more sophisticated touch, but Fuji apples work well too)Est. price €0.90–€2.10
• 2 tablespoons fine sugar (adjust sweetness according to preference)Est. price €0.20–€0.50

Steps

1. 1

   Begin by heating the oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit.

2. 2

   Begin by seasoning the chicken with salt, freshly ground pepper, and 1/2 teaspoon of cinnamon according to your taste preferences. Place the seasoned chicken in a roasting pan along with the onion. Pour the chicken broth and wine over the chicken before transferring it to the oven for roasting for 45 minutes until tender.

3. 3

   Once the chicken has cooked for 45 minutes, arrange the apples around it and dust them with the rest of the cinnamon and sugar. Drizzle with wine, baste the chicken and continue roasting for approximately another 45 minutes. Cook until the apples are tender and the chicken is fully cooked.

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• Cultural note

  This dish combines savory roast chicken with the sweetness of apples and cinnamon, creating a unique flavor profile. It is a popular choice for Rosh Hashanah, the Jewish New Year, symbolizing a sweet and fruitful year ahead.

• Seasonal note

  Apple Cinnamon Roast Chicken is best made in the fall when apples are in season, providing a sweet and tart flavor to the dish.

• Health note

  This dish is a good source of protein, essential vitamins A and C, and zinc. However, it is high in saturated fat and cholesterol, so moderation is key for those watching their heart health.