Lemon-Ginger Chicken with Roasted Root Vegetables

Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Low Fod Map
Health score
50%
Lemon-Ginger Chicken with Roasted Root Vegetables
45 min.
6
1104kcal

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Are you ready to elevate your dinner game with a dish that bursts with flavor and is delightfully easy to prepare? Look no further than our Lemon-Ginger Chicken with Roasted Root Vegetables! This gluten-free, dairy-free, and low FODMAP recipe is perfect for anyone looking to enjoy a wholesome meal without compromising on taste.

Imagine succulent whole chickens infused with the bright, zesty notes of fresh lemon and the warm, earthy essence of ginger, creating a mouthwatering harmony that will tantalize your taste buds. The simple yet vibrant rub combines olive oil, parsley, paprika, and spices, ensuring that every bite is packed with flavor.

Complementing the tender chicken is a medley of roasted root vegetables that roast to golden perfection alongside the bird in the oven. Their natural sweetness enhances the dish, providing a nutritious, colorful presentation that will impress your family or guests at any gathering. This recipe serves six, making it ideal for family dinners or meal prep for busy weekdays.

With a total preparation and cooking time of just 45 minutes, you can have this delicious meal on the table in no time. Whether you're looking for a satisfying lunch or a sumptuous dinner, our Lemon-Ginger Chicken with Roasted Root Vegetables is a sure-fire winner that is bound to become a favorite in your household!

Ingredients

  • tablespoon ginger fresh minced peeled
  • tablespoons parsley fresh chopped
  • teaspoon pepper black
  • teaspoons lemon zest grated
  • tablespoons olive oil 
  • teaspoons paprika 
  • pound roasting chickens whole
  • servings roasted root vegetable vinaigrette 
  • teaspoons salt 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • oven
  • whisk
  • roasting pan
  • kitchen thermometer

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 425°F.
  2. Whisk first 6 ingredients in small bowl. Rinse chickens inside and out; pat dry. Rub oil mixture in cavities and over outside of chickens. Tie legs together with string to hold shape. Tuck wing tips under.
  3. Place chickens on rack set in large roasting pan. Roast chickens until juices run clear when thigh is pierced or until thermometer inserted into thickest part of thigh registers 180°F, about 1 hour 15 minutes.
  4. Transfer chickens to platter.
  5. Pour pan juices into medium bowl; spoon off fat and discard.
  6. Drizzle juices over chickens. Surround chickens with Roasted Root Vegetables.
  7. Sprinkle vegetables with parsley.

Nutrition Facts

Calories1104kcal
Protein31.49%
Fat67.92%
Carbs0.59%

Properties

Glycemic Index
24.33
Glycemic Load
0.17
Inflammation Score
-10
Nutrition Score
38.788260791613%

Flavonoids

Apigenin
2.88mg
Luteolin
0.02mg
Kaempferol
0.02mg
Myricetin
0.2mg
Quercetin
0.01mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:1104.38kcal
55.22%
Fat:81.57g
125.5%
Saturated Fat:22.57g
141.07%
Carbohydrates:1.6g
0.53%
Net Carbohydrates:1.09g
0.4%
Sugar:0.18g
0.2%
Cholesterol:427.15mg
142.38%
Sodium:1119.52mg
48.67%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:85.1g
170.19%
Vitamin B3:32.03mg
160.14%
Vitamin A:4629.88IU
92.6%
Selenium:57.71µg
82.44%
Phosphorus:824.11mg
82.41%
Vitamin B12:4.92µg
81.95%
Vitamin B6:1.61mg
80.49%
Vitamin B5:5.1mg
50.98%
Vitamin B2:0.86mg
50.64%
Zinc:6.42mg
42.79%
Iron:7.11mg
39.51%
Folate:132.43µg
33.11%
Potassium:1010.38mg
28.87%
Vitamin K:25.98µg
24.75%
Magnesium:97.7mg
24.43%
Vitamin B1:0.3mg
19.89%
Vitamin C:14.79mg
17.92%
Copper:0.31mg
15.71%
Manganese:0.2mg
9.98%
Vitamin E:0.9mg
5.99%
Calcium:56.48mg
5.65%
Fiber:0.5g
2.02%
Source:Epicurious