Cider Brined Roast Chicken - Rhubarb & Lavender

Cider Brined Roast Chicken - Rhubarb & Lavender

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This succulent cider brined roast chicken, seasoned with fresh orange and herbs and a reduced cider and maple glaze is the perfect entrée for your next

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Ingredients

  • 2 L water
  • 6 ½ cups apple cider (divided)
  • 1 cup kosher salt* (plus extra)
  • ½ cup brown sugar
  • 12 -14 sprigs fresh thyme (divided)
  • 1 tbsp peppercorns
  • 1 L ice water
  • 6-7 lb roaster chicken
  • ½ cup butter (softened)
  • 3 sprigs fresh sage (divided)
  • 1 orange
  • ½ tsp pepper (divided)
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 onion
  • 3 garlic cloves
  • 3 Gala apples
  • 2 tbsp maple syrup
  • ⅓ cup flour
  • extra chicken broth or apple cider

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