Description
Garlic Herb Roasted Chicken with Vegetables is a flavorful, comforting dish that turns any meal into a celebration. Succulent chicken marinated in garlic and fresh herbs is roasted to perfection alongside vibrant vegetables, filling your kitchen with an irresistible aroma. This simple yet impressive recipe is perfect for family gatherings or cozy weeknight dinners, offering both taste and visual appeal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 whole chicken (4–5 pounds)
- 8 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons fresh rosemary, chopped
- 2 tablespoons fresh thyme, chopped
- 3 large carrots, cut into chunks
- 2 cups Yukon gold potatoes, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Pat the chicken dry; rub with olive oil and season generously with salt and pepper.
- Mix minced garlic with chopped herbs and a splash of olive oil. Rub this mixture inside the cavity and over the chicken.
- Toss carrots and potatoes with olive oil, salt, pepper, and remaining herb mixture; arrange around the chicken in a roasting pan.
- Roast for about 1 hour and 15 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C). Let rest for 10 minutes before carving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 75 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/6 of the recipe (approximately 250g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 100mg