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Herb-roasted whole chicken with garlic potatoes in a roasting pan.
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Christmas Herb-Roasted Chicken with Garlic Potatoes

A festive whole roasted chicken seasoned with fresh herbs and garlic, served with golden roasted potatoes, a perfect centerpiece for Christmas dinner.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 40 minutes
Servings: 6
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: European
Calories: 560
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 whole chicken (about 4 lbs / 1.8 kg)
  • 4 tbsp unsalted butter, softened
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tbsp fresh rosemary, chopped
  • 2 tbsp fresh thyme leaves
  • 1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
  • 1 lemon, halved
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
For the Garlic Potatoes
  • 2 lbs (900 g) baby potatoes, halved
  • 3 tbsp olive oil
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp fresh rosemary, chopped
  • 1 tsp fresh thyme leaves
  • Salt and pepper, to taste

Equipment

  • 1 Roasting pan
  • 1 Small bowl (for herb butter)
  • 1 Basting brush or spoon
  • 1 Meat thermometer

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Prepare herb butter. In a small bowl, combine butter, garlic, rosemary, thyme, parsley, salt, and pepper.
  3. Season chicken. Pat chicken dry. Rub herb butter under the skin and over the outside. Stuff cavity with lemon halves.
  4. Arrange in roasting pan. Place chicken in the center. Toss potatoes with olive oil, garlic, rosemary, thyme, salt, and pepper; scatter around chicken.
  5. Roast. Bake for 1 hour 20 minutes, basting occasionally, until chicken reaches 165°F (74°C) internal temperature.
  6. Rest. Let chicken rest 10 minutes before carving. Serve with golden roasted potatoes.

Notes

  • Can substitute chicken with turkey for a larger holiday gathering.
  • Add carrots or Brussels sprouts to the pan for extra roasted vegetables.
  • Use leftover chicken for sandwiches or soups the next day.
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