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Easy Roasted Chicken & Potatoes

Easy Roasted Chicken & Potatoes

This simple roasted chicken and potatoes recipe delivers juicy chicken and crispy potatoes with minimal effort. Perfect for a weeknight dinner!
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Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 1 hour
Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 4
Calories: 120kcal

Ingredients
 

Main Ingredients

  • 1 whole whole chicken
  • 8 oz baby potatoes halved
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 0.5 tsp black pepper freshly ground
  • 1 tbsp fresh rosemary chopped

Instructions

Preparation Steps

  • Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C).
  • Pat the chicken dry and rub with olive oil, salt, pepper, and rosemary.
  • Place the chicken breast side up in a roasting pan.
  • Arrange the halved baby potatoes around the chicken and drizzle with olive oil, salt, and pepper.
  • Roast in the oven for 60 minutes or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) and potatoes are tender.
  • Let the chicken rest for 10 minutes before carving. Serve hot with potatoes.

Notes

Use an instant-read thermometer to ensure the chicken is perfectly cooked. Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 3 days.