Heart-Healthy Perfectly Roasted Chicken

Achieve tender, juicy perfection with this Heart-Healthy Perfectly Roasted Chicken recipe, a nutritious twist on a classic comfort food. Infused with the zesty brightness of fresh lemons, aromatic herbs like rosemary and thyme, and a subtle kick of paprika, this dish is both flavorful and wholesome. The chicken is roasted alongside a vibrant medley of carrots, celery, and onion, making it a one-pan wonder loaded with nutrients. Using heart-healthy olive oil and minimal salt, this recipe prioritizes wellness without sacrificing taste. With just 20 minutes of prep and easy roasting instructions, it’s an ideal choice for a delightful family dinner that’s as nourishing as it is delicious.

Nutriscore Rating: 72/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:90 mins

Total Time:110 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 4 pounds Whole chicken
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 2 Lemon
• 4 Garlic cloves
• 2 sprigs Fresh rosemary
• 4 sprigs Fresh thyme
• 1 teaspoon Black pepper
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 1 teaspoon Paprika
• 3 Carrots
• 2 Celery stalks
• 1 Onion

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).

Step 2

Remove the giblets from the chicken and pat it dry with paper towels. Place it on a roasting rack inside a roasting pan.

Step 3

Drizzle the olive oil over the chicken and rub it evenly over the entire surface.

Step 4

Slice one of the lemons in half and place it inside the chicken cavity along with two garlic cloves, one sprig of rosemary, and two sprigs of thyme.

Step 5

Squeeze the juice of the second lemon over the chicken. Sprinkle the outside of the chicken with the salt, black pepper, and paprika.

Step 6

Roughly chop the carrots, celery, and onion, and scatter them in the roasting pan around the chicken. Smash the remaining garlic cloves and add them to the vegetables.

Step 7

Tuck the remaining rosemary and thyme sprigs under the vegetables.

Step 8

Place the roasting pan in the oven and roast the chicken for about 90 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C) and the juices run clear when you cut between a leg and thigh.

Step 9

Baste the chicken occasionally with the juices that accumulate at the bottom of the pan.

Step 10

Once done, remove the roasting pan from the oven and let the chicken rest for at least 10 minutes before carving.

Step 11

Serve the chicken with the roasted vegetables and enjoy your heart-healthy meal.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2398.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	733.9

Total Fat 44.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 8.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.0g
Cholesterol 136.1mg	0%
Sodium 1570.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 53.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 14.9g	0%
Total Sugars 20.5g
Protein 41.3g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 236.8mg	0%
Iron 5.5mg	0%
Potassium 1846.4mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 51.2%

Protein: 21.2%

Carbs: 27.6%