Simple Roast Chicken and Potatoes

None · Summer · 120 min · Serves 4 · By The Lesapor Kitchen

Roast chicken and potatoes make for a comforting and satisfying meal, perfect for a slow summer weekend. This recipe combines seasoned chicken with crispy potatoes, creating an irresistible aroma that fills your kitchen.

Ingredients

• 1 whole chicken, about 4 pounds
• 3 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 1 tablespoon dried thyme
• 2 teaspoons garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1 1/2 teaspoons salt
• 1 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 pounds small potatoes, halved
• 1 whole lemon, quartered
• Fresh rosemary sprigs, for garnish

Method

1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
2. In a small bowl, mix the olive oil, lemon juice, thyme, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper.
3. Pat the chicken dry with paper towels. Rub the seasoning mixture all over the chicken, including under the skin and inside the cavity.
4. Place the quartered lemon inside the chicken cavity and tuck the wings underneath the chicken body.
5. In a large roasting pan, toss the potatoes with a drizzle of olive oil, salt, and pepper. Arrange them around the chicken.
6. Roast the chicken and potatoes in the preheated oven for about 1 hour and 30 minutes, or until the internal temperature of the chicken reaches 165°F (74°C) and the potatoes are golden and tender.
7. Let the chicken rest for 10 minutes before carving. Garnish with rosemary sprigs before serving.