Super-easy roast chicken and vegetables
Enjoy a hassle-free and delicious meal with our Super-Easy Roast Chicken and Vegetables recipe. Featuring a 3 lb whole chicken, zesty lemon, fresh celery, savory bay leaf, drizzles of olive oil, and a colorful medley of potatoes, carrots, garlic, and asparagus, this one-pan dish promises to be a crowd-pleaser. Perfect for busy weeknights or a cozy weekend dinner, it’s simple to prepare and bursting with flavor. Ready to savor?
- 03 May 2024
- Cook time 80 min
- Prep time 10 min
- 8 Servings
- 9 Ingredients
This super-easy roast chicken and vegetables recipe is perfect for a hassle-free, delicious family dinner. With minimal prep time and simple, wholesome ingredients, you can create a hearty meal that's bursting with flavors. The combination of succulent roasted chicken and perfectly cooked vegetables is sure to become a favorite in your household.
Ingredients:
Instructions:
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Rinse the whole chicken under cold water and pat it dry with paper towels.
- Cut the lemon in half. Insert one half of the lemon, the celery stalk, and the bay leaf into the cavity of the chicken.
- Place the chicken in a large roasting pan.
- Drizzle the olive oil over the chicken and rub it in to ensure the entire surface is coated.
- Season the chicken generously with salt and pepper.
- Wash and peel the potatoes and carrots. Cut them into large, uniform chunks.
- Peel and lightly crush the garlic cloves.
- Trim the tough ends off the asparagus.
- Arrange the potatoes, carrots, and garlic cloves around the chicken in the roasting pan.
- Drizzle a bit of olive oil over the vegetables and season with salt and pepper.
6. Roast the Chicken and Vegetables:
- Place the roasting pan in the preheated oven.
- Roast for about 1 hour and 20 minutes, or until the internal temperature of the chicken reaches 165°F (74°C) and the skin is golden brown and crispy.
- About 20 minutes before the chicken is done, add the asparagus to the roasting pan and toss to coat with the olive oil and juices.
- Once roasted, remove the chicken from the oven and let it rest for 10-15 minutes before carving. This allows the juices to redistribute throughout the meat.
- Carve the chicken and serve it with the roasted vegetables. Enjoy your delicious super-easy roast chicken and vegetables!
Tips:
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) to ensure even cooking and a crispy skin on the chicken.
- Pat the chicken dry with paper towels before seasoning to help achieve a crispier skin.
- Stuff the cavity of the chicken with a lemon, celery stalk, and bay leaf to infuse it with aromatic flavors.
- Toss the vegetables in olive oil, salt, and pepper before placing them around the chicken for even roasting.
- For extra flavor, consider rubbing minced garlic and your favorite herbs under the skin of the chicken before roasting.
- Check the internal temperature of the chicken with a meat thermometer; it should read 165°F (74°C) when done.
- Allow the chicken to rest for at least 10 minutes after roasting to let the juices redistribute.
With this super-easy roast chicken and vegetables recipe, you've got a go-to meal that's both nourishing and satisfying. The tender, flavorful chicken paired with perfectly roasted vegetables is an excellent option for any occasion. Enjoy the delicious aromas and the delightful taste of this weekend-worthy meal any day of the week.
| Nutrition Facts | |
|---|---|
| Serving Size | 340 grams |
| Energy | |
| Calories 590kcal | 24% |
| Protein | |
| Protein 45g | 31% |
| Carbohydrates | |
| Carbohydrates 18g | 5% |
| Fiber 3.75g | 10% |
| Sugar 3.04g | 3% |
| Fat | |
| Fat 36g | 44% |
| Saturated 10g | 34% |
| Cholesterol 150mg | - |
| Vitamins | |
| Vitamin A 390ug | 43% |
| Choline 130mg | 23% |
| Vitamin B1 0.25mg | 21% |
| Vitamin B2 0.44mg | 34% |
| Vitamin B3 13mg | 81% |
| Vitamin B6 0.78mg | 46% |
| Vitamin B9 54ug | 14% |
| Vitamin B12 0.46ug | 19% |
| Vitamin C 27mg | 29% |
| Vitamin E 1.16mg | 8% |
| Vitamin K 36ug | 29% |
| Minerals | |
| Calcium, Ca 77mg | 6% |
| Copper, Cu 0.31mg | 0% |
| Iron, Fe 4.12mg | 37% |
| Magnesium, Mg 60mg | 15% |
| Phosphorus, P 340mg | 27% |
| Potassium, K 900mg | 26% |
| Selenium, Se 40ug | 72% |
| Sodium, Na 180mg | 12% |
| Zinc, Zn 4.37mg | 40% |
| Water | |
| Water 240g | - |
| * Percent Daily Values are based on a 2500 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs. | |
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