This one-pan, no-effort marmalade roast chicken traybake is pure autumn comfort
Try these crisp, golden chicken thighs and tender roasted roots glazed in a sticky, sweet-and-savoury citrus glaze
This marmalade roast chicken traybake is the ultimate one-pan crowd-pleaser, delivering rich, comfort-food flavours with virtually no effort.
Looking for filling autumn recipes to welcome in the cold weather? This traybake is perfect. Thick slices of marmalade caramelise into a glossy glaze with punchy wholegrain mustard, and the chicken and sweet vegetables are roasted until sticky and tender, creating a simple, warming supper.
To quickly trim and slice your carrots and red onions into uniform wedges without fuss, using a sharp Japanese chef’s knife from Amazon makes your veg prep smooth and swift; see how to pull it together below.
Marmalade roast chicken traybake recipe
Overview
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 50 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour
Serves: 4
Ingredients
8 chicken thighs, bone-in and skin-on
750g baby potatoes
2 red onions, cut into wedges
2 carrots, sliced
3 tbsp marmalade (such as La Vieja Fabrica Thick Cut Marmalade)
2 tbsp wholegrain mustard
1 tbsp olive oil
1 tsp thyme leaves
Salt and black pepper
Method
Heat the oven to 190°C fan.
In a small bowl, mix the marmalade, wholegrain mustard, olive oil and thyme leaves.
Place the potatoes, red onions and carrots into a large roasting tray. Season well with salt and black pepper, then toss.
Arrange the chicken thighs on top of the vegetables.
Brush the chicken generously with the marmalade glaze, reserving a little for later.
Roast for 45–50 minutes until the chicken is cooked through, the skin is golden and crisp, and the vegetables are tender.
Warm the remaining marmalade slightly and brush over the chicken during the final few minutes of cooking for an extra glossy finish.
Remove from the oven and leave to rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Serve straight from the tray with seasonal greens, buttered cabbage or a simple green salad.
Recipe and image sourced from La Vieja Fábrica
Useful things you may need for your bake
Having reliable cookware on hand makes simple traybakes even easier. A non-stick, heavy-gauge roasting tray will evenly distribute heat so your potatoes turn beautifully crisp, while a heat-resistant silicone pastry brush means you can evenly brush the chicken with sticky marmalade without damaging the skin. A quick-read digital meat thermometer is the must-have, last-minute cheat for juicy chicken thighs cooked through without burning the sweet citrus marmalade.
If you are gathering the family around the table for a Sunday roast alternative, simple styling details keep the mood relaxed and inviting. Dress your table with this wooden cutlery set from Amazon; it’s one of the best cutlery sets to lend your autumn dinners instant timeless elegance.
Whether you’re enjoying a quiet evening in or hosting a casual weekend dinner, this recipe is all about bringing fuss-free warmth to your kitchen. If you’re looking for more comforting bakes to try this season, our nourishing almond and marmalade baked oats or our rustic pear and walnut upside-down cake recipe provide more delicious ways to celebrate autumnal flavours.
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