Juicy Roast Chicken

Succulent garlic stuffed chicken and vegetables, seasoned and oven-roasted to juicy perfection, it doesn’t get anything better than this. The moist and tender, chicken compliments and enhances the taste of the baked veggies, creating a most flavorful dish. What is Roast Chicken? Roasting chicken involves using dry air to cook the chicken on an open pan, sheet’ or skewer. Some similar methods to roasting include baking on a wire rack, using a rotisserie, or using a grill, all of these use dry heat for cooking.  Facts About Roast Chicken

• Roasted chicken can be traced as far back as Medieval France where it was enjoyed by kings and peasants alike.
• It was a favorite food of Richard I of England during the 12^th century
• June 2^nd  is National Rotisserie Chicken Day

Origins Roast Chicken dates back to the middle ages in Europe, during this era people would roast chicken and other meats over an open fire and rotate it to cook evenly. Some say it originated in France, while others say it was Germany who did it first, either way, I’m not complaining. When This Should Be Eaten This roasted chicken can be enjoyed as part of the main dish to a meal, this can be eaten at lunch or dinner. Serve at dinner with family, friends, or guests. It is great for special occasions and holidays such as banquets and Christmas dinners. Best Served With This delicious Roast Chicken goes well with most dishes! Pair it with potato salad, rice salad, garlic bread, grilled corn, or roasted broccoli for a sumptuously mouth-watering meal. This recipe is good for 8 people, making it perfect for Sunday dinners. How The Ingredients Work Butter– We used the butter to brush the entire chicken before seasoning and baking. What this does during baking is, it gives the chicken a nice golden color, helps to crisp the skin, and adds extra flavor. Salt and pepper – We use a combination of the to season both inside and outside of the chicken, and the veggies. This enhances the flavor of the dish and helps to tenderize the bird.  This Is How It’s Done! This is how we made this tasty dish. First, we seasoned the veggies with olive oil, salt, and pepper, then set them aside. We placed the chicken in a roasting pan, remove the giblets, and used paper towels to pat dry. We then seasoned the inside of the chicken, brushed the outside with melted butter, and applied more season on the outside as well. We tied the legs, tucked under the wings, and spread the seasoned veggies around the chicken before roasting. Why Should You Make This? This one-pan chicken dinner is an incredibly delicious, and hearty meal, and it won’t break the bank. This recipe makes enough for 8 people which is great for a family dinner with a few guests. It takes just under 2 hours to make but I assure you it’s worth the wait. Terms Used In The Recipe Giblets– giblets consists of the heart, liver, gizzard, neck, and other internal organs in the chicken. These must be removed before seasoning and roasting. Rest– After baking the chicken, we placed it on a platter and covered it with tin foil, and rest for 15 minutes. This allows the meat to reabsorb juices and retain its moisture. Questions And Answers Q: What other potatoes can I use instead of Yukon gold? A: This recipe calls for 6 Yukon gold potatoes but red potatoes can be used as a replacement Q: I don’t have a roasting pan, what can I use as an alternative? A: Use a cake pan of the same size and a rack as a substitute. Q: What is 425°F in celcius? A: 425°F coverts to 220°C. This Roast Chicken recipe is beyond delicious! It’s tender and juicy, on the inside but crisp on the outside and the roasted veggies add that extra flavor. Believe it or not, this recipe is budget-friendly, costing very little to make and it’s good for 8 people!  

Yield: 8 Servings

Juicy Roast Chicken

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Moist and tender roast chicken and veggies made from the comfort home. Dinner is served!

Prep Time 15 minutes

Cook Time 1 hour 20 minutes

Additional Time 15 minutes

Total Time 1 hour 50 minutes

Ingredients

Roasted Veggies

• 6 Yukon Gold Potatoes (peeled and quartered)
• 2 large carrots (peeled and cut into 1” pieces)
• 1 medium onion (peeled and cut into 1” pieces)
• 1 head of garlic (chopped)
• 4 sprigs of rosemary (separated)
• ½ tsp salt
• ¼ tsp black pepper

Roast Chicken

• 5 ½ lb whole chicken (giblets removed)
• 2 ½ tsp salt (1/2 tsp for inside and 2 tsp for outside)
• ¾ tsp pepper (1/4 tsp for inside and ½ tsp for outside)
• 2 tbsp unsalted butter (melted)
• 1 lemon (halved)

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 425°F.
2. In a large bowl, season the potatoes, carrots, onions, half head of garlic, and 2 sprigs of rosemary with 1 tbsp of olive oil and ½ tsp of salt, and ¼ tsp black pepper.
3. Remove the giblets from the chicken, use a paper towel to remove the extra moisture from both inside and outside, then place it inside a roast pan.
4. Season the interior of the chicken with ½ tsp salt and ¼ black pepper, then it with 2 rosemary sprigs, the lemon halves, and the remaining garlic.
5. Melt the butter and use it to brush the top and sides of the chicken, then season the remaining salt and black pepper.
6. Bind the legs to each other and tuck the wings beneath the chicken. Spread the vegetable around the bird and roast for 80-90 minutes uncovered. Once the internal temperature of the thigh reaches 165°F it's finished.
7. Transfer the roasted chicken and vegetables to a platter, cover with foil and rest for 15 minutes before serving.