I think there is something so satisfying about roasting a whole chicken in the oven. To me, it is the definition of comfort food. So today, we are going back to basics and making a simple yet delicious one-pan whole roasted chicken with potatoes. In addition to providing you with a foolproof and easy recipe for a next-level roasted herb chicken, my goal here is to share with you all the tips and tricks I learned from the masters of the craft. Below, you will find all the ingredients you need, steps you need to follow, the best equipment to use, and substitution ideas of this basic recipe to make it your own. If you are a fan of cooking simple chicken recipes and looking for creative ideas as to what to make with a whole chicken, I hope this post will provide you with everything you need to know. Agreed? Let’s break it down. The ingredients in this recipe are simple staples that are likely to already be in your home:
Whole Chicken: We’re going to use a bird weighing 3 ½ to 4 pounds. I find that this is a great size to feed a family of four.Roast Chicken Seasoning: The bird needs to be well-seasoned before going in the oven. The seasoning we use here is made up of vegetable oil, minced garlic, fresh thyme, paprika, lemon zest, salt, and pepper. Yukon Gold Potatoes: It is important to select potatoes that are similar in size for even cooking. I usually wash them well under cold running water and use them with the skin on but if you want you can peel them as well.
Brining the chicken is another way that you can ensure properly seasoned chicken. If you have enough time and are using a chicken that is not kosher, you can brine your chicken to make sure that it is well seasoned. To do so, mix together 2 quarts cold water with 1/2 cup table salt. Place chicken in the water and let it brine 1 hour. At the end of an hour, take it out of the water and pat dry with paper towels to dry it as much as you can. Use all the seasoning ingredients mentioned in the recipe except salt and follow the recipe as written. Check out this helpful article for tips on salting and brining chicken. The last few steps for the perfectly roasted whole chicken and potatoes are: I think the side dishes below would work perfectly with the chicken and roasted potatoes and make it a complete meal:
Baby Spring Mix SaladHerbed Lemon QuinoaBulgur Pilaf or Wild RiceBrussel Sprouts and Kale SaladQuinoa Avocado Salad or any of my Quinoa Salad RecipesTurkish Navy Bean SaladFajita Veggies from Cooktoria
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