Lemon garlic roast chicken with root vegetables delights!
A flavorful and hearty dish featuring tender roast chicken infused with lemon and garlic, served alongside a medley of root vegetables.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
- Yield: 4-6 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 whole chicken (about 4–5 lbs)
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 lemons, juiced and zested
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 4 carrots, peeled and chopped
- 3 potatoes, peeled and cubed
- 1 onion, quartered
- Fresh herbs (such as rosemary or thyme) for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C).
- In a bowl, mix the minced garlic, lemon juice, lemon zest, olive oil, salt, and pepper.
- Rub the mixture all over the chicken, including under the skin.
- Place the chicken in a roasting pan and surround it with the chopped root vegetables.
- Drizzle any remaining marinade over the vegetables.
- Roast in the preheated oven for about 1 hour and 15 minutes, or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C).
- Let the chicken rest for 10 minutes before carving.
- Garnish with fresh herbs and serve with the roasted vegetables.
Notes
- For extra flavor, marinate the chicken in the lemon garlic mixture for a few hours or overnight.
- Feel free to substitute other root vegetables like parsnips or turnips.
- Ensure the chicken is fully cooked by checking the internal temperature.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/6 of chicken with vegetables
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 120mg