Classic Oven-Roasted Chicken with Potatoes & Carrots

(Crispy Skin, Juicy Meat, One-Pan Meal)

This is a classic whole roasted chicken with golden skin, tender meat, and vegetables cooked in the flavorful pan juices. Simple ingredients, proper timing, and good seasoning make this dish work every time.

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🍗 Ingredients (Serves 4)

For the chicken

• 1 whole chicken (1.6–2 kg)

• 2 tbsp olive oil or melted butter

• 1½ tsp salt

• 1 tsp freshly ground black pepper

• 1 tsp paprika (optional)

• 1 tsp dried thyme or oregano

• 2–3 sprigs fresh rosemary

• 4 cloves garlic, lightly crushed

• ½ lemon (optional, for stuffing)

For the vegetables

• 500 g baby potatoes, halved

• 3 carrots, cut into large chunks

• 1 onion, cut into wedges

• 2 tbsp olive oil

• Salt and black pepper, to taste

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🔥 Instructions

1. Prepare the chicken

• Preheat oven to 190°C (375°F).

• Pat the chicken completely dry with paper towels.

• Rub the entire chicken with olive oil or butter.

• Season generously with salt, pepper, paprika, and dried herbs.

• Stuff the cavity with garlic, rosemary, and lemon (optional).

2. Prepare the vegetables

• In a bowl, toss potatoes, carrots, and onion with olive oil, salt, and pepper.

• Spread vegetables evenly in a roasting dish.

• Place the chicken breast-side up on top of the vegetables.

3. Roast

• Roast uncovered for 75–90 minutes, depending on size.

• Halfway through, spoon pan juices over the chicken.

• If the skin browns too fast, loosely cover with foil.

4. Check doneness

• The chicken is done when:

  • Internal temperature reaches 74°C (165°F) at the thickest part of the thigh

  • Juices run clear when pierced

5. Rest

• Remove from oven and let rest 10–15 minutes before carving.

• This keeps the meat juicy.

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🍽️ Serving

• Carve the chicken and serve with roasted potatoes and carrots.

• Spoon pan juices over everything.

• Garnish with fresh rosemary if desired.

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💡 Pro Tips

• Dry skin = crispy skin. Do not skip patting dry.

• Season generously — whole chickens need more salt than expected.

• Resting is essential for juicy meat.

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🌿 Flavor Profile

• Savory and aromatic from herbs and garlic

• Crispy and golden skin

• Soft, flavorful vegetables cooked in chicken juices