Roast Chicken with Smashed New Potatoes and Garlicky Jus

Gluten Free
Health score
24%
Roast Chicken with Smashed New Potatoes and Garlicky Jus
45 min.
4
769kcal

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Indulge in the comforting flavors of our Roast Chicken with Smashed New Potatoes and Garlicky Jus, a delightful dish perfect for any occasion—be it a cozy family dinner or a special gathering with friends. With a preparation time of just 45 minutes, you can gather your loved ones around the table without spending hours in the kitchen.

This gluten-free recipe features a succulent whole chicken, infused with the vibrant essence of lemon and aromatic rosemary, ensuring every bite is bursting with flavor. The secret to the dish lies in the garlicky jus, prepared from the savory drippings of the roasted chicken, combined with dry white wine and rich chicken broth, creating a sauce that is delectable and irresistible. The addition of roasted garlic adds a deeper, richer taste that elevates this dish to gourmet status.

Complementing the tender chicken are creamy smashed new potatoes, lightly whipped with fat-free milk and fresh chives, making for a light yet satisfying side. The balance of hearty protein and comforting carbs makes this meal not just delicious but also nutritious, with a caloric breakdown designed to please health-conscious diners.

Join us in creating a memorable meal that will surely impress your family and friends. The combination of flavors, textures, and the joy of sharing a home-cooked dish makes this Roast Chicken recipe a must-try for any cooking enthusiast!

Ingredients

  • 0.3 teaspoon pepper black freshly ground
  • tablespoon butter 
  • cup cooking wine dry white
  • 14 ounce less-sodium chicken broth fat-free canned
  • 0.3 cup milk fat-free
  • tablespoons chives fresh chopped
  • sprigs rosemary fresh
  •  garlic head whole
  •  optional: lemon thinly sliced
  • pounds new potatoes unpeeled
  • tablespoon olive oil extra-virgin
  • 0.3 teaspoon salt 
  • tablespoon citrus champagne vinegar 
  • pound meat from a rotisserie chicken whole

Equipment

  • frying pan
  • sauce pan
  • oven
  • roasting pan
  • potato masher
  • kitchen thermometer
  • ziploc bags

Directions

  1. To prepare chicken, heat a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Coat pan with cooking spray.
  2. Add lemon to pan; saut 5 minutes or until lightly browned, turning occasionally.
  3. Remove from pan; cool.
  4. Preheat oven to 40
  5. Remove and discard giblets from chicken; trim excess fat. Starting at neck cavity, loosen skin from breast and drumsticks by inserting fingers, gently pushing between skin and meat.
  6. Combine 1/4 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper; rub salt mixture under loosened skin. Insert lemon slices in a single layer under loosened skin.
  7. Place rosemary inside body cavity. Lift wing tips up and over back; tuck under chicken.
  8. Place chicken on a roasting pan coated with cooking spray. Lightly coat chicken with cooking spray.
  9. Remove white papery skin from garlic head (do not peel or separate cloves).
  10. Place garlic head in pan.
  11. Bake at 400 for 15 minutes. Reduce oven temperature to 350 (do not remove chicken from oven); bake an additional 1 hour or until a thermometer inserted in the meaty part of thigh registers 16
  12. Remove chicken from pan; let stand 10 minutes.
  13. Remove skin; discard. Loosely cover chicken; keep warm.
  14. Remove garlic from pan; set aside.
  15. Place a zip-top plastic bag inside a 2-cup glass measure.
  16. Pour drippings into bag; let stand 10 minutes (fat will rise to the top). Seal bag; carefully snip off 1 bottom corner of bag.
  17. Drain drippings back into pan, stopping before fat layer reaches opening; discard fat.
  18. Separate garlic cloves; squeeze to extract pulp.
  19. Place pan over medium-high heat. Stir in garlic pulp, wine, and broth; bring to a boil, scraping pan to loosen browned bits. Cook 10 minutes or until sauce is slightly thick.
  20. Remove from heat; stir in butter.
  21. To prepare potatoes, place potatoes in a saucepan; cover with water. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat, and simmer 20 minutes or until very tender; drain. Return potatoes to pan. Mash with a potato masher to desired consistency.
  22. Add milk and remaining ingredients; stir until combined.
  23. Serve chicken with gravy and potatoes.

Nutrition Facts

Calories769kcal
Protein25.83%
Fat49.2%
Carbs24.97%

Properties

Glycemic Index
78.63
Glycemic Load
30.12
Inflammation Score
-8
Nutrition Score
29.715217445208%

Flavonoids

Malvidin
0.04mg
Catechin
0.46mg
Epicatechin
0.33mg
Eriodictyol
5.77mg
Hesperetin
7.77mg
Naringenin
0.4mg
Luteolin
0.52mg
Isorhamnetin
0.1mg
Kaempferol
1.98mg
Myricetin
0.15mg
Quercetin
2mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:769.44kcal
38.47%
Fat:39.62g
60.96%
Saturated Fat:11.75g
73.46%
Carbohydrates:45.26g
15.09%
Net Carbohydrates:39.42g
14.33%
Sugar:4.24g
4.71%
Cholesterol:171.43mg
57.14%
Sodium:752.19mg
32.7%
Alcohol:6.18g
100%
Alcohol %:1.18%
100%
Protein:46.8g
93.59%
Vitamin B3:17.89mg
89.43%
Vitamin C:63.62mg
77.11%
Vitamin B6:1.52mg
76.03%
Phosphorus:500.63mg
50.06%
Selenium:34.95µg
49.93%
Potassium:1522.18mg
43.49%
Vitamin B5:2.94mg
29.39%
Magnesium:108.66mg
27.16%
Manganese:0.52mg
25.77%
Zinc:3.73mg
24.89%
Iron:4.29mg
23.81%
Vitamin B2:0.4mg
23.53%
Fiber:5.84g
23.38%
Vitamin B1:0.35mg
23.15%
Copper:0.39mg
19.41%
Vitamin B12:1µg
16.63%
Folate:56.15µg
14.04%
Vitamin K:13.58µg
12.93%
Vitamin A:513.38IU
10.27%
Calcium:99.3mg
9.93%
Vitamin E:1.31mg
8.71%
Vitamin D:0.66µg
4.4%
Source:My Recipes