Best Herb Chicken With Honey Butter For Two Recipes

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BUTTER-HERB ROASTED CHICKEN



Butter-Herb Roasted Chicken image

Butter gives this herb-roasted chicken a nice crispiness in this recipe, perfect for a Sunday supper!

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 1h55m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 12

1/2 cup butter, softened
2 teaspoons chopped fresh thyme leaves
2 teaspoons chopped fresh sage leaves
2 cloves garlic, finely chopped
1 1/4 teaspoons salt
1 teaspoon pepper
1 whole chicken (about 4 lb)
12 small whole carrots with tops or 3 large carrots, cut into 1-inch pieces
1 lb fingerling potatoes, cut lengthwise in half
2 sweet onions, each cut into 6 wedges
2 tablespoons olive oil
1/2 cup Progresso™ chicken broth (from 32-oz carton)

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 375°F. Spray shallow roasting pan with cooking spray.
  • In small bowl, mix butter, chopped thyme, sage, garlic, 3/4 teaspoon of the salt and 1/2 teaspoon of the pepper. Rub mixture under and on skin of chicken. Place chicken, breast side up, in roasting pan. Insert ovenproof meat thermometer so tip is in thickest part of inside thigh muscle and does not touch bone.
  • In large bowl, toss carrots, potatoes and onions with oil and remaining 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/2 teaspoon pepper. Arrange vegetables around chicken. Pour broth over vegetables.
  • Roast uncovered 1 hour 15 minutes or until thermometer reads at least 165°F and legs move easily when lifted or twisted. Cover loosely with foil; let stand 10 to 15 minutes for easier carving. Serve chicken with vegetables.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 660, Carbohydrate 32 g, Fat 6, Fiber 4 g, Protein 51 g, SaturatedFat 17 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 1270 mg

HERB CHICKEN WITH HONEY BUTTER



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When the whole family could use a heartwarming meal, this one fits the bill! You'll love how the honey's sweetness mixes perfectly with the herbs' salty flavor. It's a wonderful combination! -Taste of Home Test Kitchen, Milwaukee, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 25m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 large egg, lightly beaten
3/4 cup seasoned bread crumbs
2 tablespoons dried parsley flakes
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
3/4 teaspoon garlic salt
1/2 teaspoon poultry seasoning
4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (6 ounces each)
3 tablespoons butter
HONEY BUTTER:
1/4 cup butter, softened
1/4 cup honey

Steps:

  • Place egg in a shallow bowl. In another shallow bowl, combine bread crumbs and seasonings. Dip chicken in egg, then coat with bread crumb mixture., In a large skillet over medium heat, cook chicken in butter until a thermometer reads 165°, 4-5 minutes on each side. Meanwhile, combine softened butter and honey. Serve with chicken.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 485 calories, Fat 25g fat (14g saturated fat), Cholesterol 171mg cholesterol, Sodium 709mg sodium, Carbohydrate 27g carbohydrate (18g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 38g protein.

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