Roasted Chicken and Vegetables
Try this simple Roasted Chicken and Vegetables recipe, which features juicy chicken on a bed of vegetables, creating a satisfying and delicious meal. This family favorite recipe gives a restaurant-style experience, and the best part is that it requires no effort at all. Perfect for any occasion, from casual dinners to special gatherings, this recipe is both simple and impressive. Let's dive into this recipe for roasted chicken and vegetables!
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 550kcal
Ingredients
Roasted Chicken and Vegetables Ingredient List
FOR THE ROAST CHICKEN
- 1 whole chicken quartered
- 2 tablespoon duck fat bacon fat, lard or ghee
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1 teaspoon cracked black pepper
- 2 tablespoon water
FOR THE ROASTED VEGGIES
- 1 onion sliced thick, Spanish
- 3 cups carrots roll or bias cut, 2
- 3-4 sprigs of thyme
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- ½ teaspoon kosher salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper cracked
Instructions
Preparation Steps
- Gather all the ingredients and kitchen tools you will need for this recipe.
- Measure the ingredients in the quantities provided.
- Wash the and let the chicken dry.
- Crack black pepper.
- Slice the onions and cut the carrots.
Cooking Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 425 degrees. Line a rimmed baking sheet with foil or, preferably, parchment.
- While the oven is heating, liberally apply the salt and pepper to the quartered chicken.
- Warm a heavy bottom pan over medium high heat and add your fat of choice. When the fat is hot, add in the chicken, skin side down. Allow to brown for 3-4 minutes. Flip and allow the other side to brown for about 3-4 minutes. When browned, remove the chicken from the heat and place on the lined baking dish.
- Add the water to the hot pan and deglaze, scraping up the browned bits. Pour into the bowl where you will be mixing the veggies.
- In a bowl, add the onions and carrots. Add the remaining ingredients and mix well. Pour in a single layer onto the rimmed baking sheet. Place in the oven for 30 minutes of baking time.
- Serve hot and happy eating!
Notes
Have other ideas on how to make this more low carb? Leave me a comment below!
Enjoy your day in the kitchen!
Enjoy your day in the kitchen!
Nutrition
Serving: 1portion | Calories: 550kcal | Carbohydrates: 11g | Protein: 37g | Fat: 39g | Saturated Fat: 11g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 7g | Monounsaturated Fat: 18g | Trans Fat: 0.2g | Cholesterol: 149mg | Sodium: 1073mg | Potassium: 722mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 6g | Vitamin A: 16345IU | Vitamin C: 12mg | Calcium: 66mg | Iron: 2mg