Elevate your dinner game with this incredible Chicken recipe for the best chicken ever! Bursting with flavor and cooked to perfection, this dish will become a staple in your household. From juicy lemon-infused chicken to perfectly roasted vegetables, every bite is a delight.
Ingredients:
- 1 whole chicken
- 1 large Lemon
- ¼ cup butter, room temperature
- 2 tsp Salt
- Pepper to taste
- 2 Tbsp Garlic, minced
- 6 Tablespoons Butter, room temperature
- 2 tsp Thyme, fresh or ½ tsp dried
- 2 tsp Rosemary, fresh or ½ tsp dried
- 1 tsp Sage or 1 tsp fresh
- 1 tsp Onion Powder
- 6-8 baby Potatoes
- Small bag of Carrots
- 1 medium Onion
- 2 Tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp Garlic Salt
Directions:
- Preheat oven to 200°C.
- Prepare the chicken by removing any guts and washing it thoroughly. Pat dry with paper towels.
- Place half a lemon in the chicken cavity and tie the legs together with kitchen twine.
- Season the chicken with salt and pepper.
- In a small bowl, combine room temperature butter, minced garlic, thyme, rosemary, sage, and onion powder. Mix until smooth.
- Spread the butter mixture over the chicken.
- Place the chicken in a glass casserole, Dutch oven, or cast iron skillet.
- Wash and cut potatoes and carrots in half. Dice the onion and drizzle with olive oil. Arrange the vegetables around the chicken and sprinkle with garlic salt.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 45 minutes. Cover loosely with aluminum foil and bake for an additional 30 minutes.
- Let the chicken sit for 10 minutes before serving.
Nutritional Information:
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cooking Time: 70-80 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4-6
- Diet: Balanced
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: International
- Category: Main Dish
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 28g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 150mg
With its juicy, flavorful chicken and perfectly roasted vegetables, this recipe for the best chicken ever is sure to impress your family and friends. Enjoy the deliciousness!
FAQs:
- Can I use skinless chicken for this recipe?
- Yes, you can use skinless chicken, but keep in mind it may be slightly less juicy.
- Can I substitute dried herbs for fresh ones?
- Yes, you can use dried herbs, but adjust the quantities to taste.
- Can I prepare this recipe in advance?
- Yes, you can prepare the chicken and vegetables in advance and bake them when ready to serve.
- Can I use other vegetables?
- Absolutely, feel free to use your favorite vegetables or whatever you have on hand.
- Can I freeze leftovers?
- Yes, you can freeze leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 months.
