Double-Herb Roasted Chicken and Potatoes

Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
45%
Double-Herb Roasted Chicken and Potatoes
45 min.
8
640kcal

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Craving a delicious, comforting meal that's also healthy and satisfying? Look no further! This Double-Herb Roasted Chicken and Potatoes recipe is a guaranteed crowd-pleaser, ready in under an hour. Imagine tender, juicy chicken infused with the fragrant aromas of fresh basil and oregano, paired with perfectly roasted red potatoes bursting with flavor. This gluten-free and dairy-free recipe is perfect for a wholesome family dinner or a delightful lunch with friends.

What makes this recipe stand out is the clever use of herbs. We're not just sprinkling them on top; we're tucking them under the skin of the chicken, allowing the flavors to deeply penetrate the meat during roasting. The garlic and oregano rub adds an extra layer of savory goodness, while the basil lends a delicate, sweet note. And the best part? It's incredibly easy to make. With just a few simple steps and minimal prep time, you can have a restaurant-quality meal on your table in no time.

So, ditch the takeout menus and embrace the joy of home cooking! This Double-Herb Roasted Chicken and Potatoes recipe is a simple yet elegant dish that's sure to become a new family favorite. Get ready for the rave reviews to roll in – and enjoy every delicious bite!

Ingredients

  • 0.3 teaspoon pepper black
  •  basil leaves fresh
  •  garlic cloves minced
  • tablespoons tablespoon oregano dried fresh divided chopped
  •  potatoes red quartered
  • 5.5 pound roasting chickens 
  • 0.3 teaspoon salt 

Equipment

  • frying pan
  • oven
  • kitchen thermometer
  • aluminum foil
  • broiler pan

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 45
  2. Remove and discard giblets and neck from chicken. Rinse chicken with cold water; pat dry. Trim excess fat. Starting at neck cavity, loosen skin from breast and drumsticks by inserting fingers, gently pushing between skin and meat.
  3. Combine 2 tablespoons chopped oregano and garlic cloves. Rub seasoning mixture under loosened chicken skin and drumsticks. Carefully place basil leaves under loosened skin. Tie ends of legs with cord. Lift wing tips up and over back; tuck under chicken.
  4. Place chicken, breast side up, on a broiler pan coated with cooking spray. Pierce skin several times with a meat fork. Arrange potatoes on rack around chicken. Coat the chicken and potatoes with cooking spray.
  5. Sprinkle the chicken and potatoes with 1 tablespoon oregano, salt, and pepper. Insert a meat thermometer into the meaty part of thigh, making sure not to touch bone.
  6. Bake at 450 for 30 minutes. Reduce the oven temperature to 350 (do not remove chicken from oven); bake an additional 45 minutes or until thermometer registers 18
  7. Cover chicken loosely with foil; let stand 10 minutes. Discard skin.
  8. Remove chicken from pan; place on a serving platter.
  9. Serve with roasted potatoes.

Nutrition Facts

Calories640kcal
Protein27.17%
Fat50.39%
Carbs22.44%

Properties

Glycemic Index
17.13
Glycemic Load
0.11
Inflammation Score
-10
Nutrition Score
28.450434964636%

Flavonoids

Myricetin
0.01mg
Quercetin
1.4mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:640.32kcal
32.02%
Fat:35.58g
54.74%
Saturated Fat:10.14g
63.4%
Carbohydrates:35.66g
11.89%
Net Carbohydrates:31.21g
11.35%
Sugar:2.83g
3.15%
Cholesterol:195.78mg
65.26%
Sodium:268.71mg
11.68%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:43.17g
86.33%
Vitamin B3:17.17mg
85.87%
Vitamin B6:1.12mg
56.01%
Phosphorus:509.79mg
50.98%
Potassium:1444mg
41.26%
Vitamin A:1987.37IU
39.75%
Selenium:27.67µg
39.52%
Vitamin B12:2.25µg
37.56%
Iron:5.4mg
29.98%
Vitamin B5:2.94mg
29.37%
Vitamin C:24.13mg
29.25%
Vitamin B2:0.47mg
27.44%
Folate:102.28µg
25.57%
Zinc:3.68mg
24.53%
Manganese:0.48mg
24.03%
Magnesium:95.73mg
23.93%
Copper:0.44mg
21.93%
Vitamin B1:0.31mg
20.79%
Vitamin K:19.61µg
18.68%
Fiber:4.46g
17.82%
Calcium:76.4mg
7.64%
Vitamin E:0.37mg
2.45%
Source:My Recipes