Roast Chicken with Vegetables
A classic roast chicken dish paired with flavorful vegetables, easy to prepare and perfect for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 75 minutes
- Total Time: 90 minutes
- Yield: 4-6 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Paleo
Ingredients
- 1 whole chicken (3-4 lbs)
- Salt
- Black pepper
- Olive oil
- 1 lemon, halved
- 1 head of garlic, halved
- Fresh thyme
- Carrots, chopped
- Potatoes, chopped
- Onions, quartered
- Chicken broth (optional, for gravy)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) to ensure a crispy skin.
- Pat the chicken dry with paper towels to help the skin crisp up. Place it in a roasting pan.
- Season the inside of the chicken with salt and pepper. Stuff it with the halved lemon, garlic, and sprigs of thyme for enhanced flavors.
- Rub the skin of the chicken with olive oil and season generously with salt and pepper to enhance the flavor and browning.
- Arrange the chopped carrots, potatoes, and quartered onions around the chicken in the pan.
- Roast the chicken for about 75 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).
- Let the chicken rest for 15 minutes after removing it from the oven.
- Carve the chicken and serve it with the roasted vegetables and drippings.
Notes
Make sure to dry the chicken well before seasoning to create a crispy skin. Use a meat thermometer to check doneness.
Find it online: https://www.nofussrecipe.com/roast-chicken/