Description
Garlic Herb Roasted Chicken with Vegetables is a comforting dish that transforms any meal into a festive occasion. This recipe features juicy, golden-brown chicken infused with the rich flavors of garlic and herbs, surrounded by vibrant seasonal vegetables. Perfect for family gatherings or weeknight dinners, this dish guarantees satisfaction and warmth with every bite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 whole chicken (4–5 lbs)
- 6 cloves fresh garlic
- 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tsp mixed fresh herbs (thyme, rosemary, parsley)
- 2 cups seasonal vegetables (carrots, potatoes, bell peppers)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Rinse the chicken and pat dry.
- Rub the chicken with olive oil, salt, pepper, and herbs, including inside the cavity.
- Smash garlic cloves with skins on and place them in the cavity with herb sprigs.
- Chop vegetables into bite-sized pieces, toss in olive oil, and season.
- Arrange vegetables around the chicken in a roasting pan.
- Roast for 1 to 1 hour 15 minutes until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 75 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece of chicken (170g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 23g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg