Whole30 Perfectly Roasted Chicken Pieces

Elevate your weeknight dinner with this Whole30 Perfectly Roasted Chicken Pieces recipe—a foolproof way to achieve golden-brown, crispy skin and juicy, flavorful meat in just one pan. Seasoned with a vibrant mix of garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, thyme, and rosemary, these bone-in, skin-on chicken pieces are infused with zesty lemon juice and garnished with fresh parsley for a bright, herbaceous finish. With only 15 minutes of prep and a single baking sheet needed, this dish is as convenient as it is delicious. Perfect for anyone following a Whole30 diet or simply craving a wholesome, satisfying meal, it's a recipe that pairs beautifully with your favorite roasted veggies or a fresh salad. Your dinner table is about to become both simple and sensational!

Nutriscore Rating: 66/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pounds Chicken pieces (bone-in, skin-on)
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon Onion powder
• 1 teaspoon Paprika
• 1 teaspoon Dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon Dried rosemary
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 1 whole Lemon
• 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley (for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).

Step 2

Pat the chicken pieces dry with paper towels. This helps in making the skin crispy once roasted.

Step 3

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

Step 4

Zest the lemon over the spice mixture and then cut the lemon in half.

Step 5

Place the chicken pieces on a large baking sheet lined with parchment paper, skin side up.

Step 6

Rub the spice and olive oil mixture all over the chicken pieces, ensuring an even coating.

Step 7

Squeeze the juice of half a lemon over the chicken. Slice the other half of the lemon and place the slices among the chicken pieces on the baking sheet.

Step 8

Roast the chicken in the preheated oven for 45 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C) and the skin is golden brown and crispy.

Step 9

Remove from the oven and let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Step 10

Garnish with freshly chopped parsley and serve with your favorite Whole30-compliant sides.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1919.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4202.7

Total Fat 302.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 82.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 1524.1mg	0%
Sodium 3639.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 12.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 4.1g	0%
Total Sugars 1.8g
Protein 339.5g	0%

Vitamin D 90.7IU	0%
Calcium 255.4mg	0%
Iron 18.5mg	0%
Potassium 3649.7mg	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: 65.9%

Protein: 32.9%

Carbs: 1.2%