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Oven Roasted Chicken

This oven roasted chicken recipe yields a tender and flavorful meal, perfect for family dinners or special occasions.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 50 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 1 whole chicken (about 4-5 pounds)
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon garlic powder
  • 1 tablespoon paprika
  • 1 lemon quartered
  • 4 sprigs fresh rosemary
For the Vegetables (Optional)
  • 4 medium carrots cut into chunks
  • 3 medium potatoes cut into cubes
  • 1 cup onions quartered

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
  2. In a small bowl, mix together olive oil, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and paprika.
  3. Pat the chicken dry with paper towels. Rub the olive oil mixture all over the chicken, including under the skin.
  4. Stuff the cavity of the chicken with lemon wedges and rosemary sprigs.
  5. If using, place the chopped carrots, potatoes, and onions in the bottom of a roasting pan. Place the chicken on top of the vegetables.
  6. Roast the chicken in the preheated oven for about 90 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C) and the skin is golden brown.
  7. Let the chicken rest for 10-15 minutes before carving. Serve with roasted vegetables.

Nutrition

Calories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 40gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 5gSodium: 600mgFiber: 5gSugar: 2g

Notes

For extra flavor, marinate the chicken with the spice mixture overnight. You can also add other vegetables like bell peppers or zucchini to roast with the chicken.

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