Christmas Chicken (Holiday Herb & Spice Roast)

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 45–55 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
Serves: 3–4

🧾 Ingredients:

For the Chicken:

• 4 bone-in chicken thighs or breasts
• 1 tablespoon True Organic Black Pepper Powder
• 1 teaspoon True Organic Cinnamon Powder
• 4–5 True Organic Whole Cloves (crushed lightly)
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1 teaspoon dried rosemary or thyme
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 2 tablespoons olive oil or melted butter
• Salt to taste

For the Veggies (Optional):

• 1 cup diced carrots
• 1 cup diced potatoes
• 1 onion, sliced
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• Salt & pepper

👩🍳 Instructions:

1. Prep the Chicken:
   Pat chicken dry. In a bowl, mix cinnamon, black pepper, crushed cloves, rosemary, paprika, garlic, lemon juice, and olive oil.
   Rub the mixture all over the chicken.
2. Rest the Chicken:
   Let it marinate for 15–20 minutes (or overnight for deeper flavor).
3. Prepare the Veggies (Optional):
   Toss carrots, potatoes, and onion with olive oil, salt, and pepper. Spread on a baking tray.
4. Roast:
   Place chicken on top of the veggies or on a separate tray.
   Bake at 400°F (200°C) for 45–55 minutes, until golden and fully cooked.
5. Serve:
   Drizzle the pan juices on top.
   Enjoy with rice, bread, mashed potatoes, or salad.

Serving Tip:

This Christmas Chicken is warm, aromatic, and festive thanks to the hint of cinnamon and cloves. Perfect for holiday dinners, family gatherings, or cozy winter nights.