Discover how to make a delicious, quick and easy chicken roast with this foolproof recipe. Perfect for family dinners, this dish is packed with flavor and ready in no time. Follow our step-by-step guide to master this classic dish.
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Quick and Easy Chicken Roast Recipe
Ingredients
- 1 approximately 1.5 kg
- 3 tablespoons
- 1 large, juiced
- 4 crushed
- 2 sprigs
- 1 teaspoon
- 0.5 teaspoon
- 3 large, roughly chopped
- 2 medium, quartered
- 4 medium, quartered
Instructions
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Preheat your oven to 200°C (400°F).
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In a small bowl, mix olive oil, lemon juice, crushed garlic, salt, and black pepper to create a marinade.
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Place the whole chicken in a roasting pan and rub the marinade all over, making sure to get under the skin for extra flavor.
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Stuff the cavity of the chicken with fresh rosemary sprigs.
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Arrange the chopped carrots, onions, and potatoes around the chicken in the pan.
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Drizzle a little more olive oil over the vegetables and season with a pinch of salt and pepper.
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Roast in the preheated oven for about 90 minutes or until the chicken is golden brown and cooked through. Use a meat thermometer to check that the internal temperature reaches 75°C (165°F).
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Let the chicken rest for 10 minutes before carving and serving with the roasted vegetables.
Notes
Nutrition
Nutrition values are estimates and may vary based on ingredients used.
FAQ for Quick and Easy Chicken Roast Recipe
The ingredients include a whole chicken, olive oil, lemon, garlic, rosemary, salt, black pepper, carrots, onions, and potatoes.
Learn how to cook Quick and Easy Chicken Roast Recipe by marinating a whole chicken, roasting with vegetables, and enjoying a flavorful meal.
Absolutely! You can substitute rosemary with thyme, oregano, or even a blend of herbs de Provence for a different flavor.
Use a meat thermometer to ensure the internal temperature of the chicken reaches 75°C (165°F). The juices should run clear when pierced.
Yes, you can use chicken pieces like thighs or breasts. Adjust the cooking time accordingly, as they may cook faster than a whole chicken.
