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Garlic Herb Roasted Chicken

A flavorful and juicy roasted chicken seasoned with garlic and herbs, perfect for a comforting dinner.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Chicken
  • 1 whole chicken about 4-5 pounds
Marinade
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon fresh rosemary chopped
  • 1 tablespoon fresh thyme chopped
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 lemon zested and juiced
Vegetables
  • 4 carrots carrots peeled and cut into chunks
  • 2 cups potatoes cut into chunks
  • 1 cup onions quartered

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. In a small bowl, mix together garlic, olive oil, rosemary, thyme, salt, pepper, lemon zest, and lemon juice.
  3. Pat the chicken dry with paper towels and rub the marinade all over the chicken, including under the skin.
  4. Place the chicken in a roasting pan and surround it with carrots, potatoes, and onions.
Cooking
  1. Roast the chicken in the preheated oven for about 90 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).
  2. Baste the chicken with the pan juices every 30 minutes for extra flavor and moisture.
  3. Once cooked, remove from the oven and let it rest for 10-15 minutes before carving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 35gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 5gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 120IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Serve with a side salad or your favorite dipping sauce for a complete meal.

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