Quick Garlic Roast Chicken With Rosemary Lemon Recipe

This Rachael Ray-inspired recipe delivers a flavorful, juicy roast chicken in just 35 minutes! Perfect for a weeknight meal, this easy recipe is packed with garlic and rosemary aroma. Customize it to your liking – we've included options for using chicken thighs instead of breasts, and adapting the recipe if you're not a fan of lemon zest. Serve with your favorite sides, like asparagus and mushroom rice, for a complete and satisfying dinner the whole family will love, even picky eaters!

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 35 mins
Calories 437.3 kcal
Protein 131g
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How to Make Quick Garlic Roast Chicken With Rosemary Lemon

  1. Preheat oven to 450°F (232°C).
  2. Cut 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts (or thighs) into 1-inch pieces.
  3. In a 9x13 inch baking dish, combine 4 cloves minced garlic, 1 tablespoon dried rosemary, 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, 1 teaspoon lemon zest (optional), and 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper.
  4. Add the chicken pieces to the baking dish and toss to coat evenly with the garlic-herb mixture.
  5. Roast in the preheated oven for 20 minutes.
  6. Add 1/4 cup dry white wine and 1 tablespoon lemon juice (optional) to the baking dish. Stir gently to combine with the pan juices.
  7. Return to the oven and turn the oven OFF. Let the chicken stand in the residual heat for 10 minutes.
  8. Remove the chicken from the oven. Spoon the pan juices over the chicken before serving.
  9. Serve immediately with your favorite sides.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

7 g

Sugar

2g

Fat

11g

Carbs

1g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Quick Garlic Roast Chicken With Rosemary Lemon?

Quick Garlic Roast Chicken With Rosemary Lemon takes about 50 minutes from start to finish — roughly 15 minutes to prepare and 35 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Quick Garlic Roast Chicken With Rosemary Lemon?

Quick Garlic Roast Chicken With Rosemary Lemon has approximately 437.3 calories per serving, with about 131 g protein, 1 g carbohydrates and 21 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Quick Garlic Roast Chicken With Rosemary Lemon?

The key ingredients for Quick Garlic Roast Chicken With Rosemary Lemon are Boneless Skinless Chicken Breasts, Garlic Cloves, Fresh Rosemary, Extra Virgin Olive Oil, Lemon, Juice And Zest Of, Seasoning. See the full list with measurements above.

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