High Protein Roast Chicken with Gravy

Elevate your dinner menu with this High Protein Roast Chicken with Gravy, a perfect blend of succulent flavors and nourishing goodness. This recipe features a whole roasted chicken seasoned with a harmonious medley of paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, and thyme, ensuring juicy, flavorful meat with a perfectly crisped skin. As it roasts, your kitchen will fill with a mouthwatering aroma, while the rich, velvety homemade gravy—made from the pan drippings, butter, and chicken broth—takes this classic dish to the next level. Ready in just over 90 minutes, this protein-packed meal is ideal for family dinners, holidays, or meal prep. Pair it with your favorite side dishes for a wholesome, indulgent feast that keeps everyone coming back for seconds!

Nutriscore Rating: 69/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:90 mins

Total Time:105 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 about 4 lbs (1.8 kg) Whole chicken
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 1 teaspoon Paprika
• 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon Onion powder
• 1 teaspoon Dried thyme
• 2 cups Chicken broth
• 2 tablespoons All-purpose flour
• 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter

Directions

Step 1

Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C).

Step 2

Remove the giblets from the chicken cavity and pat the chicken dry with paper towels.

Step 3

In a small bowl, mix together the olive oil, salt, black pepper, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, and dried thyme.

Step 4

Rub the spice mixture all over the chicken, ensuring even coverage over the skin and inside the cavity for maximum flavor.

Step 5

Place the chicken in a roasting pan, breast side up. Tuck the wing tips under the body and tie the legs together with kitchen twine if desired.

Step 6

Roast in the preheated oven for 75-90 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C) at the thickest part of the thigh.

Step 7

Once cooked, remove the chicken from the oven and let it rest for 10-15 minutes on a cutting board before carving.

Step 8

Meanwhile, make the gravy. Remove all but 2 tablespoons of drippings from the roasting pan.

Step 9

Place the roasting pan over medium heat on the stovetop. Add the butter to melt in the drippings.

Step 10

Sprinkle the flour into the pan and whisk together, cooking for 1-2 minutes until it forms a thick paste.

Step 11

Gradually whisk in the chicken broth, ensuring there are no lumps. Bring the mixture to a simmer and cook for 4-5 minutes until the gravy is thickened, stirring occasionally.

Step 12

Season the gravy with additional salt and pepper to taste.

Step 13

Carve the chicken and serve with the homemade gravy drizzled on top or on the side.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2380.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	833.3

Total Fat 67.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 22.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 198.1mg	0%
Sodium 3628.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 20.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 2.5g	0%
Total Sugars 1.4g
Protein 44.0g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 98.0mg	0%
Iron 5.1mg	0%
Potassium 959.4mg	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: 70.3%

Protein: 20.4%

Carbs: 9.3%