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Roasted Chicken

This easy, step-by-step roasted chicken recipe features juicy, tender meat paired with perfectly roasted vegetables, making it a delightful comfort meal for family dinners or gatherings.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 50 minutes
Total Time 2 hours 20 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the roasted chicken
  • 1 whole whole chicken (6 pounds) The star of the show, ensuring juicy, succulent meat.
  • ½ whole lemon Infuses fragrant notes into the chicken.
  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil Used for drizzling over chicken and vegetables.
  • 2 teaspoons kosher salt Essential for flavoring throughout the dish.
  • 1 teaspoon coarse ground black pepper Adds a gentle kick.
For the vegetables
  • 3-4 whole yellow potatoes (1 -1 ½ lbs.) Becomes creamy on the inside and crispy on the outside.
  • 4-5 whole carrots Natural sweetness caramelizes during roasting.
  • 2 medium yellow onions Quartered to enhance flavor.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
  2. In a large roasting dish, combine quartered yellow potatoes, carrot pieces, and quartered onions.
  3. Drizzle with 1 tablespoon of olive oil, then sprinkle 1 teaspoon of kosher salt and ½ teaspoon of black pepper over the vegetables.
  4. Toss them well to ensure they are evenly coated.
Cooking
  1. Place the whole chicken on top of the bed of vegetables, breast side up.
  2. Drizzle the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil over the chicken and sprinkle with the remaining 1 teaspoon of salt and ½ teaspoon of black pepper.
  3. Place the half lemon inside the cavity of the chicken.
  4. Transfer the roasting pan to the preheated oven and bake for 1 hour and 50 minutes, or until the internal temperature reads 165°F (74°C).
  5. If the chicken is browning too quickly, tent it with aluminum foil.
Serving
  1. Once baked, remove the roasting pan from the oven and allow the chicken to rest for 10 to 15 minutes.
  2. Carefully carve the chicken using a sharp knife and serve it alongside the roasted potatoes and carrots.

Notes

For extra crispy skin, pat the chicken dry with paper towels before seasoning. Fresh herbs like rosemary or thyme can enhance flavors. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 4 days or freeze for up to 3 months.