Ingredients

The following ingredients have 4 Servings
  • 5-6 lb Chicken
  • 4 tbsp softened butter
  • 1 tsp dry thyme
  • 2 tsp dry oregano
  • 2 tsp dry rosemary
  • 1 cup honey
  • 2 tbsp soy sauce
  • 1 tbsp red chili flakes
  • 1 onion
  • 2 cloves garlic
  • salt and pepper to taste

Instruction

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees F.
  • Remove the chicken giblets and excess fat.
  • Pat the outside of the chicken dry and set aside.
  • In a small bowl, combine the softened butter, dry thyme, dry rosemary, oregano, salt and pepper.
  • Stuff the cavity with onions and garlic.
  • Smear the prepared butter all over the chicken and then season generously with salt and pepper.
  • Tie the legs together with kitchen twine and tuck the wings under the chicken.
  • Cover the breast with aluminum foil and place in the oven for 45 minutes
  • While the chicken cooks, combine the honey, soy sauce, and red chili flakes in a small bowl.
  • Brush the honey soy all over the chicken and cook for an additional 30 minutes or until the juices run clear.
  • Remove the chicken from the oven to a platter and let it rest covered for 15 minutes.
  • Serve with vegetables and mashed potatoes for maximum delight.