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Chicken Dinner Recipe Baked

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Ingredients
  

  • Ingredients:
  • 1 whole chicken about 4-5 pounds
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon garlic powder
  • 1 tablespoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 lemon halved
  • 4 sprigs of fresh rosemary
  • 4 cups mixed seasonal vegetables carrots, potatoes, and green beans

Instructions
 

  • Cooking Instructions:
  • Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
  • Pat the chicken dry with paper towels and place it in a roasting pan.
  • Rub the olive oil all over the chicken, making certain it's evenly coated.
  • In a small bowl, mix together the salt, black pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and paprika. Sprinkle this mixture generously over the chicken, making sure to cover all sides.
  • Squeeze the juice from the lemon halves over the chicken, and then place the lemon halves and rosemary sprigs inside the cavity of the chicken.
  • Arrange the mixed seasonal vegetables around the chicken in the roasting pan. Drizzle with a little olive oil and sprinkle with salt and pepper.
  • Roast the chicken in the preheated oven for about 1 hour and 15 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C) and the juices run clear.
  • Once cooked, remove the chicken from the oven and let it rest for about 10-15 minutes before carving.
  • For the best results, consider using a meat thermometer to verify the chicken is cooked to perfection. Additionally, allow the chicken to rest before serving; this helps the juices redistribute, making for a more flavorful and moist dish.
  • Feel free to experiment with different herbs and vegetables based on what you have on hand. Enjoy your delicious home-cooked chicken dinner!