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Autumn Herb Roasted Chicken

A flavorful roasted chicken dish infused with autumn herbs and served with seasonal vegetables, perfect for a cozy fall dinner.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Chicken
  • 1 whole chicken about 4-5 pounds
Herbs and Seasoning
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil for drizzling
  • 1 tablespoon fresh rosemary chopped
  • 1 tablespoon fresh thyme chopped
  • 1 teaspoon salt to taste
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper to taste
  • 1 lemon zest for flavor
Vegetables
  • 2 cups carrots cut into chunks
  • 2 cups potatoes cut into chunks
  • 1 cup onions quartered

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. In a small bowl, mix olive oil, rosemary, thyme, salt, pepper, and lemon zest.
  3. Rub the herb mixture all over the chicken, including under the skin.
  4. Place the chicken in a roasting pan.
  5. Surround the chicken with carrots, potatoes, and onions.
Cooking
  1. Roast the chicken in the preheated oven for about 90 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
  2. Baste the chicken with pan juices every 30 minutes for added moisture.
  3. Once cooked, remove the chicken from the oven and let it rest for 10 minutes before carving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 35gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 5gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 150IUVitamin C: 25mgCalcium: 4mgIron: 10mg

Notes

Serve with a side of cranberry sauce for a festive touch.

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