Description
Roasting Garlic Herb Chicken with Baby Potatoes brings classic comfort straight to your dinner table, packed with Mediterranean flavors that make weeknight meals feel special. Crispy skin, tender meat, and herb-kissed potatoes create a simple yet satisfying dish everyone will devour.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Protein:
- 1 whole chicken (45 pounds / 20.4 kilograms)
Fresh Herbs and Aromatics:
- 6 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons fresh rosemary, chopped
- 2 tablespoons fresh thyme, chopped
Complementary Ingredients:
- 1 pound (454 grams) baby potatoes, halved
- 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
Instructions
- Crank the oven to a scorching 425°F (220°C) to create the perfect roasting environment for your chicken and potatoes.
- Give the chicken a quick rinse under cold water, then thoroughly dry every surface with paper towels to ensure crispy skin.
- Create a fragrant herb mixture by combining 6 minced garlic cloves, 2 tablespoons each of chopped rosemary and thyme, 3 tablespoons olive oil, and a generous sprinkle of salt and pepper in a mixing bowl.
- Massage the herb blend thoroughly over the entire chicken, carefully working the mixture underneath the skin for maximum flavor penetration.
- Slice 1 pound of baby potatoes in half and spread them around the chicken in a roasting pan, drizzling an additional tablespoon of olive oil and seasoning with a pinch of salt and pepper.
- Slide the roasting pan into the preheated oven and let the chicken cook for 1 hour and 15 minutes, ensuring the internal temperature reaches a safe 165°F (75°C) when checked with a meat thermometer.
- Remove the pan from the oven and let the chicken rest for 10-15 minutes before carving, allowing the juices to redistribute and create a more tender meal.
Notes
- Fresh herbs make a massive difference, so grab rosemary and thyme from your garden or a quality produce section.
- Pat the chicken completely dry before seasoning to help the skin crisp up beautifully and develop a golden color.
- Let the chicken rest for 15 minutes after roasting so the juices redistribute, keeping the meat super tender and moist.
- Check potato doneness by piercing with a fork – they should be soft and golden brown, with slightly crispy edges.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
- Category: Roasted
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 20
- Calories: 1092 kcal
- Sugar: 0.3 g
- Sodium: 150 mg
- Fat: 78 g
- Saturated Fat: 21 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 57 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 6 g
- Fiber: 1.2 g
- Protein: 94 g
- Cholesterol: 320 mg