Whole30 Slow Roasted Chicken

Elevate your dinner table with this juicy and flavorful Whole30 Slow Roasted Chicken, a recipe that's as healthy as it is satisfying. Perfectly seasoned with a blend of sea salt, black pepper, and smoky paprika, this tender four-pound chicken is infused with fresh rosemary, garlic, and zesty lemon for a tantalizing aroma and taste that will delight your senses. Slow-roasted at 300°F, the low-and-slow cooking method ensures golden, crispy skin and moist, fall-off-the-bone meat with minimal effort. Ideal for meal prep or a family feast, this Whole30-compliant dish pairs beautifully with roasted vegetables, cauliflower mash, or a crisp side salad. With just 15 minutes of prep time, it's a stress-free way to enjoy a wholesome, full-flavored meal that fits perfectly into your healthy eating goals!

Nutriscore Rating: 66/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:120 mins

Total Time:135 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pounds whole chicken
• 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
• 1 large lemon
• 2 sprigs fresh rosemary
• 4 cloves garlic
• 1 tablespoon sea salt
• 1 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 teaspoon paprika

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 300°F (150°C).

Step 2

Remove the chicken from any packaging and pat it dry with paper towels.

Step 3

Rub the entire chicken with extra virgin olive oil, ensuring that the oil covers the skin evenly.

Step 4

Season the chicken liberally inside and out with sea salt, black pepper, and paprika.

Step 5

Cut the lemon in half. Squeeze the juice of one half over the chicken and place the remaining halves inside the cavity of the chicken.

Step 6

Smash the garlic cloves lightly with the side of a knife and place them inside the chicken cavity along with the rosemary sprigs.

Step 7

Tie the chicken legs together with kitchen twine to ensure it cooks evenly.

Step 8

Place the chicken breast-side up on a roasting rack in a roasting pan.

Step 9

Insert the roasting pan into the oven and roast the chicken at 300°F (150°C) for approximately 2 hours or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C) when measured with a meat thermometer.

Step 10

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

Step 11

Serve the chicken with your choice of Whole30-compliant side dishes.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1948.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	551.2

Total Fat 43.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 8.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g
Cholesterol 136.1mg	0%
Sodium 7130.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 13.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 3.9g	0%
Total Sugars 2.1g
Protein 36.6g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 77.6mg	0%
Iron 3.6mg	0%
Potassium 636.7mg	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: 66.3%

Protein: 24.9%

Carbs: 8.8%