Description
Herb Roasted Chicken with Warm Olives and Citrus Bliss is a delightful, savory dish that transforms any meal into a festive gathering. This easy-to-make recipe features juicy, golden-brown chicken infused with fresh herbs and zesty citrus, complemented by warm olives for a touch of Mediterranean charm. Perfect for family dinners or entertaining guests, this dish not only tantalizes the taste buds but also creates cherished moments around the table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 whole chicken (4–5 lbs)
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tbsp fresh rosemary, chopped
- 1 tbsp fresh thyme, chopped
- 1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 lemons, cut into wedges
- 2 oranges, cut into wedges
- 1 cup mixed pitted olives (green and black)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Pat the whole chicken dry with paper towels.
- Rub olive oil all over the chicken and season generously with salt, pepper, minced garlic, and chopped herbs.
- Stuff the cavity with lemon and orange wedges along with extra herbs.
- Scatter olives around the chicken in a roasting pan.
- Roast for about 1 hour 15 minutes or until juices run clear when pierced at the thigh.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 75 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of the roasted chicken (approximately 250g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 41g
- Cholesterol: 125mg