Herb-Infused Garlic Roasted Chicken with Rustic Vegetables
This dish features a whole chicken roasted to perfection with aromatic herbs and accompanied by rustic vegetables. It's a comforting and flavorful main course ideal for family gatherings.
Ingredients
- 1 whole chicken approximately 4-5 lbs
- 4 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 6 cloves garlic finely minced
- 2 tablespoons fresh rosemary finely chopped
- 2 tablespoons fresh thyme finely chopped
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley finely chopped
- 1 whole lemon zest and juice from half
- to taste salt
- to taste freshly ground black pepper
- 4 large carrots peeled and cut into large chunks
- 3 medium potatoes peeled and diced into cubes
- 1 large onion cut into quarters
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- optional fresh herb sprigs for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Pat the chicken dry and rub with a mixture of olive oil, minced garlic, herbs, lemon zest, salt, and pepper.
- In a bowl, combine carrots, potatoes, and onion with olive oil, salt, and pepper.
- Spread the vegetables in a roasting pan and pour chicken broth over them.
- Place the chicken on top of the vegetables and squeeze lemon juice over it.
- Roast for approximately 75 minutes until the chicken reaches 165°F (75°C).
- Baste the chicken halfway through cooking with pan juices.
- Let the chicken rest for 10-15 minutes before slicing.
- Serve with roasted vegetables and garnish with fresh herbs.
Notes
Let the chicken rest before slicing for juicier meat.