Ingredients for A Complete Roasted Chicken Meal To Die For
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 lemon, thinly sliced
- Lemon, Juice Of
- Garlic Cloves
- Kosher Salt
- Fresh Ground Black Pepper
- 1 pound trimmed green beans
- Red Potatoes
- Chicken Breasts
How to Make A Complete Roasted Chicken Meal To Die For
- Preheat oven to 450°F (232°C).
- Coat a large (9x13 inch) baking dish or cast-iron skillet with 1 tablespoon olive oil.
- Arrange 8-10 thin lemon slices in a single layer in the bottom of the dish.
- In a large bowl, whisk together 2 tablespoons olive oil, 2 tablespoons lemon juice, 2 cloves minced garlic, 1 teaspoon salt, and 1/2 teaspoon black pepper.
- Add 1 pound trimmed green beans to the bowl and toss to coat.
- Remove green beans with a slotted spoon and arrange them on top of the lemon slices.
- Add 1.5 pounds small red potatoes, halved or quartered if large, to the bowl and toss to coat.
- Arrange potatoes around the edge of the dish on top of the green beans.
- Place a 3-4 pound whole chicken in the bowl and coat thoroughly with the remaining olive oil mixture.
- Place the chicken, skin-side up, in the center of the dish.
- Pour any remaining olive oil mixture over the chicken.
- Roast for 50 minutes.
- Remove the chicken from the dish and let rest for 10 minutes before carving.
- Return the beans and potatoes to the oven and roast for an additional 10 minutes, or until potatoes are tender.
- Carve the chicken and serve with the roasted green beans and potatoes.
Chef's Tip for Extra Flavor
Elevate your dish with simple flavor boosters! A final flourish of freshly chopped herbs can add incredible brightness, while a squeeze of lemon or lime juice right before serving can awaken all the flavors. Don't underestimate a sprinkle of quality finishing salt or a drizzle of good olive oil to make your creation shine.
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
22 g
Sugar
13g
Fat
33g
Carbs
15g