Quiet Valley Roast Chicken Recipe

Name: Quiet Valley Roast Chicken
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 whole chicken, I used 6 1/2lbs.cleaned and dry; 1 stick butter, softened; 5 sprigs rosemary; 4 lemons; 1 head garlic, cut in half; 2 sage leaves; 3 stems parsley; 3 sprigs thyme; 5 carrots, peeled and cut in half; 3 onions, cut in quarters; 6 medium potatoes, scrubbed clean; 1 tbsp oil; 1 salt and pepper

Servings: persons

1 whole chicken, I used 6 1/2lbs.cleaned and dry
1 stick butter, softened
5 sprigs rosemary
4 lemons
1 head garlic, cut in half
2 sage leaves
3 stems parsley
3 sprigs thyme
5 carrots, peeled and cut in half
3 onions, cut in quarters
6 medium potatoes, scrubbed clean
1 tbsp oil
1 salt and pepper

1
Bring pot of water to boil.
2
Boil potatoes whole, about 15-20 minutes, not quite fully cooked.
3
When cool enough to handle, peel and lightly coat with oil, set aside
4
Finely chop leaves of 2 sprigs rosemary, add to butter
5
Zest 2 lemon, add zest to butter.
6
Reserve zested lemons for another use
7
Season butter with salt and pepper to taste, mix all together, set aside
8
Preheat oven at 350F
9
Season cavity of chicken with salt and pepper, stuff with 2 lemons cut in half, garlic, parsley, sage, thyme and remaining rosemary
10
Place carrots and onions in roasting pan.
11
Place chicken on top of vegetables.
12
Thoroughly coat chicken with herb butter.
13
Place potatoes around chicken
14
Bake until done, until juices run clear, follow guidelines for times according to size of chicken.
15
Baste chicken and potatoes with pan juices every 10-15 minutes
16
Remove chicken and vegetables from pan, place on platter, cover loosely with foil, let sit 15 minutes before serving.
17
Skim fat off pan juices and serve along side.

824

kcal

Calories

Fat

124

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 whole chicken, I used 6 1/2lbs.cleaned and dry, 1 stick butter, softened, 5 sprigs rosemary, 4 lemons, and more.

Yes, Quiet Valley Roast Chicken falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Quiet Valley Roast Chicken

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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