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Juicy Roast Chicken

A classic dish that delivers comfort and impresses with its delicious flavors and crispy skin, perfect for family dinners or special occasions.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 500
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main ingredients
  • 1 whole chicken (1.5–2 kg) 1 whole chicken (1.5–2 kg)
  • 4 cloves 4 garlic cloves minced
  • 1 onion 1 onion (cut in chunks) cut in chunks
  • 3 pieces 3 potatoes (cut) cut
  • 2 carrots 2 carrots (sliced) sliced
  • 60 ml 60 ml olive oil
  • 1 tsp 1 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 1 tsp 1 tsp paprika
  • Fresh herbs (rosemary or thyme) for flavoring

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Pat the chicken dry with paper towels.
  2. Place the chicken in a baking tray along with the vegetables.
  3. In a small bowl, mix together the olive oil, minced garlic, salt, black pepper, and paprika. Rub this mixture all over the chicken until it’s well coated.
Cooking
  1. Bake the chicken in a preheated oven at 200°C (400°F) for 60–75 minutes.
  2. Baste the chicken with its own juices halfway through.
  3. Once done, let the chicken rest for 10 minutes before cutting.

Notes

For best results, ensure the chicken is at room temperature before cooking. Use a meat thermometer to check if the chicken is done; it should reach an internal temperature of 75°C (165°F) in the thickest part. You can also experiment with different vegetables.