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Glazed ham or chicken Recipe

American · Main course · 130 min total

A sweet and tangy glaze transforms ham or chicken into a stunning centerpiece, perfect for holidays or special dinners.

Ingredients

• 1 (8-10 lb) fully cooked bone-in ham or 1 (4-5 lb) whole chicken
• 1 cup brown sugar, packed
• 1/2 cup honey
• 1/4 cup Dijon mustard
• 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
• 1 teaspoon ground cloves
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 325°F (165°C). If using ham, score the surface in a diamond pattern. If using chicken, pat dry and season lightly with salt and pepper.
2. In a small bowl, combine brown sugar, honey, Dijon mustard, apple cider vinegar, cloves, cinnamon, and nutmeg to make the glaze.
3. Place ham or chicken on a rack in a roasting pan. Brush generously with glaze, reserving about half for basting.
4. Roast ham for about 15-18 minutes per pound (2-2.5 hours total) or chicken for about 20 minutes per pound (1.5-2 hours total), basting every 20 minutes with remaining glaze.
5. If using chicken, ensure internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C) in the thickest part of the thigh. For ham, it is already cooked but should reach 140°F (60°C) when reheated.
6. Let rest for 15 minutes before slicing. Serve with pan juices if desired.

Tips

• For a thicker glaze, simmer the glaze mixture on the stovetop for 5 minutes before using.
• Leftover ham or chicken can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
• The glaze also works well on pork loin or turkey breast.

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