GARLIC-ROASTED CHICKEN AND VEGETABLES

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The first time my Greek father-in-law made this chicken, he proudly shared the recipe with me. It's my favorite way to roast chicken.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 2h20m

Yield 10 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 roasting chicken (5 to 6 pounds)
4 tablespoons butter, softened, divided
15 garlic cloves, halved
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) chicken broth, divided
1/4 cup olive oil
1/4 cup lemon juice
1 to 2 tablespoons dried oregano
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
10 red potatoes (about 1-1/2 pounds), cut into large chunks
2 cups baby carrots
1 medium red onion, thinly sliced

Steps:

  • Rub inside of chicken with 2 tablespoons butter. With a sharp knife, cut 16 small slits in chicken breast, drumsticks and thighs. Place a halved garlic clove in each slit. Place chicken on a rack in a shallow roasting pan; tie drumsticks together. , Place remaining garlic in pan. Pour half of the broth over chicken. Combine oil and lemon juice; pour half over chicken. Rub remaining butter over chicken. Combine the oregano, salt, pepper and garlic powder; sprinkle half over chicken. Cover and bake at 350° for 45 minutes., Place the potatoes, carrots and onion in pan. Drizzle remaining oil mixture and broth over chicken and vegetables. Sprinkle remaining oregano mixture over chicken. Cover and bake 30 minutes longer; baste. Bake, uncovered, for 45-50 minutes or until a thermometer reads 180°, basting several times. Thicken pan juices if desired. Cover and let stand for 10 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 460 calories, Fat 26g fat (8g saturated fat), Cholesterol 103mg cholesterol, Sodium 567mg sodium, Carbohydrate 24g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 31g protein.

Liam Medina
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This recipe was a bit too greasy for my taste. I think I'll try a different recipe next time.


Akbar khan Maitla
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I made this recipe for my family and they loved it! The chicken was cooked perfectly and the vegetables were roasted to perfection. I will definitely be making this again.


Emmanuel Kelvin
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This was an easy and delicious recipe. The chicken was moist and the vegetables were roasted to perfection. I will definitely be making this again.


Mr Bangladesh
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I loved this recipe! The chicken was so juicy and flavorful. The vegetables were also roasted perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.


Debra Scott
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This was a great recipe! The chicken was moist and flavorful and the vegetables were roasted perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.


Tiny Tity
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This recipe was a bit too greasy for my taste. I think I'll try a different recipe next time.


Sumoth Das
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I made this recipe for my family and they loved it! The chicken was cooked perfectly and the vegetables were roasted to perfection. I will definitely be making this again.


Melissa Jerry
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This was an easy and delicious recipe. The chicken was moist and the vegetables were roasted to perfection. I will definitely be making this again.


Tusher Sarker
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I loved this recipe! The chicken was so juicy and flavorful. The vegetables were also roasted perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.


Ntombenhle Lettah
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I followed the recipe exactly and the chicken came out dry. I'm not sure what went wrong.


PITSO MOODISA
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This was a great recipe! The chicken was moist and flavorful and the vegetables were roasted perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.


Sharlin Ahmed
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I made this for a dinner party and it was a huge success! Everyone loved the chicken and vegetables. I highly recommend this recipe.


Mr. Jones
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This recipe is a keeper! The chicken was perfectly cooked and the vegetables were roasted to perfection. I loved the combination of flavors. I will definitely be making this again.


Aisha Oganda
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The chicken was a bit dry, but the vegetables were delicious. I think I'll try brining the chicken next time.


as multimedia
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This was my first time roasting a whole chicken and it turned out amazing! The garlic and herbs gave the chicken a wonderful flavor. I'll definitely be making this again.


Husnain Bhatti
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I've made this recipe several times now and it's always a hit with my family and friends. The chicken is always moist and juicy, and the vegetables are roasted to perfection. I highly recommend this recipe!


Ali Abbasi
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This recipe was absolutely delicious! The chicken was perfectly roasted and the vegetables were flavorful and tender. I will definitely be making this again.