Ted's Famous Chicken

Elevate your dinner table with Ted's Famous Chicken, a show-stopping roasted chicken recipe that's bursting with comforting flavors and rustic charm. Perfectly seasoned with bold paprika, garlic, and fresh herbs like rosemary and thyme, this recipe delivers a golden, juicy whole chicken that's infused with zesty lemon and roasted-to-perfection vegetables. Tender carrots, creamy red potatoes, and sweet yellow onion soak up the savory chicken broth for a side dish that's just as irresistible as the main course. With only 20 minutes of prep time and simple basting, this oven-roasted chicken guarantees a moist and flavorful centerpiece for family dinners or special gatherings. Serve it with the warm, caramelized veggies for a complete and timeless feast that's sure to impress.

Nutriscore Rating: 70/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:90 mins

Total Time:110 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 3-4 lbs Whole chicken
• 3 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 Lemon
• 4 large Garlic cloves
• 2 sprigs Fresh rosemary
• 4 sprigs Fresh thyme
• 2 teaspoons Paprika
• 1.5 teaspoons Salt
• 1 teaspoon Black pepper
• 3 medium, chopped Carrots
• 4 medium, quartered Red potatoes
• 1 large, chopped Yellow onion
• 1 cup Chicken broth

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 2

Rinse the chicken inside and out under cold water and pat it dry with paper towels.

Step 3

Rub the chicken with olive oil, making sure it is evenly coated.

Step 4

Cut the lemon in half and place it inside the chicken cavity along with 2 garlic cloves, 1 sprig of rosemary, and 2 sprigs of thyme.

Step 5

Mince the remaining garlic cloves and mix them in a small bowl with the paprika, salt, pepper, and 1 tablespoon of olive oil to make a seasoning paste.

Step 6

Rub the seasoning paste all over the chicken, making sure to get under the skin where possible for extra flavor.

Step 7

In a large roasting pan, spread the chopped carrots, potatoes, and onion evenly across the bottom.

Step 8

Place the chicken on top of the vegetables, breast side up.

Step 9

Pour the chicken broth into the roasting pan around the vegetables to help keep everything moist during cooking.

Step 10

Scatter the remaining rosemary and thyme sprigs over the vegetables.

Step 11

Place the roasting pan in the oven and roast for 1 hour and 30 minutes, or until the internal temperature of the chicken reaches 165°F (74°C) when checked at the thickest part of the thigh.

Step 12

Every 30 minutes, baste the chicken with the juices from the bottom of the pan to keep it moist and flavorful.

Step 13

Once cooked, remove the chicken from the oven and let it rest for 10 minutes before carving.

Step 14

Serve the chicken hot with the roasted vegetables on the side. Enjoy Ted's Famous Chicken!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2267.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	936.7

Total Fat 54.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 10.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.2g
Cholesterol 102.1mg	0%
Sodium 4369.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 83.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 16.7g	0%
Total Sugars 20.6g
Protein 39.4g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 249.5mg	0%
Iron 7.3mg	0%
Potassium 2415.6mg	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: 50.1%

Protein: 16.0%

Carbs: 33.8%