Description
A delicious and easy spring chicken dinner recipe.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 whole chicken (3–4 lbs)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 lemon, quartered
- 4 garlic cloves, smashed
- Fresh herbs (rosemary, thyme, or parsley)
- 2 cups seasonal vegetables (carrots, asparagus, or potatoes)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Rinse the chicken and pat it dry.
- Rub the chicken with olive oil, salt, and pepper.
- Stuff the cavity with lemon, garlic, and herbs.
- Place the chicken in a roasting pan.
- Add the vegetables around the chicken.
- Roast for 1 hour or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
- Let it rest for 10 minutes before carving.
Notes
- Use organic chicken for better flavor.
- Experiment with different herbs.
- Save leftovers for sandwiches or salads.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 chicken with vegetables
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
Keywords: Spring Chicken Dinner, Roasted Chicken, Easy Dinner