Chicken in the oven for New Year
4 servings
70 minutes
Oven-baked chicken for New Year is a festive dish that warms the soul and creates a cozy atmosphere at home. Russian cuisine is famous for its hearty and aromatic dishes, and this recipe perfectly fits the tradition of New Year's feasts. Tender meat soaked in a spicy marinade of soy sauce, mustard, and spices acquires a rich flavor with subtle notes of garlic, ginger, and chili. Baking in foil helps retain juiciness while the final roasting gives it an appetizing golden crust. Thyme and lemon juice add freshness, creating a perfect balance of flavors. This dish pairs wonderfully with sides like potatoes, vegetables, or a light salad. An indispensable choice for a cozy family celebration, it brings warmth and joy to every guest.
1
Heat the butter in the microwave for a few seconds. Add soy sauce to it.
- Butter: 20 g
- Soy sauce: 1 teaspoon
2
Add mustard.
- Dijon mustard: 1 teaspoon
3
Clean the garlic.
- Garlic: 25 g
4
Add dried onion and black pepper to the sauce.
- Onion powder: 1 tablespoon
- Ground black pepper: 1 teaspoon
5
Add ground ginger and chili.
- Ground ginger: 1 teaspoon
- Chili powder: 1 teaspoon
6
Crush 2 cloves of garlic, press the rest through a garlic press.
- Garlic: 25 g
7
Add lemon juice and mix thoroughly.
- Lemon juice: 1 teaspoon
8
Place crushed garlic and thyme sprigs on the foil. Drizzle with olive oil on top.
- Garlic: 25 g
- Thyme: 1 g
- Olive oil: 1 tablespoon
9
Place the chicken on top.
- Chicken: 1500 g
10
Grease it with the prepared sauce.
- Butter: 20 g
- Soy sauce: 1 teaspoon
- Dijon mustard: 1 teaspoon
- Onion powder: 1 tablespoon
- Ground black pepper: 1 teaspoon
- Ground ginger: 1 teaspoon
- Chili powder: 1 teaspoon
- Lemon juice: 1 teaspoon
- Garlic: 25 g
11
Wrap in foil.
12
Send the chicken to the oven preheated to 180 degrees. Bake for 50 minutes.
13
Unwrap the foil and cook in the oven for another 7 minutes.
14
Let it cool slightly and serve.
