Juicy Herb-Roasted Chicken

This comforting Juicy Herb-Roasted Chicken with Garlic Mashed Potatoes & Glazed Carrots is bursting with flavor and perfect for family gatherings.

Course Dinner, Main Course

Cuisine American, Comfort Food

Keyword Chicken, Comfort Food, Family Dinner, Garlic Mashed Potatoes, Herb-Roasted

Prep Time 20

Cook Time 55

Total Time 1 15

Servings 4 servings

Calories 650kcal

Ingredients

For the Chicken

4 pieces bone-in chicken breasts or thighs Bone-in keeps the chicken tender and juicy.
2 tablespoons olive oil or butter Both add flavor; use melted butter for richness.
4 cloves garlic Minced, for flavor.
1 tablespoon fresh parsley Chopped for seasoning.
1 teaspoon fresh thyme Chopped for seasoning.
1 teaspoon fresh rosemary Chopped for flavor.
1 tablespoon lemon juice Fresh, for brightness.
to taste salt and black pepper For seasoning.
1 lemon sliced For roasting with the chicken.

For the Garlic Mashed Potatoes

2 pounds Yukon Gold or Russet potatoes Peeled and chopped.
1/2 cup milk Warm, for mashing.
4 tablespoons butter Warm, for added creaminess.
to taste salt To season the mashed potatoes.
3 cloves garlic Minced for flavor.

For the Glazed Carrots

1 pound whole carrots Peeled and sliced.
2 tablespoons butter For sautéing.
2 tablespoons honey or maple syrup For glazing.
to taste salt To season the carrots.

Instructions

Preparation

Pat your chicken dry. Rub with olive oil or melted butter. Season generously with salt, pepper, minced garlic, chopped rosemary, thyme, and parsley.
Squeeze fresh lemon juice over the chicken and tuck a few lemon slices into the roasting pan.

Cooking the Chicken

Arrange the chicken skin-side up in a roasting pan. Roast at 400°F (200°C) for about 35-40 minutes—until the skin is golden and juices run clear.
Use a thermometer; chicken should hit 165°F at the thickest part.

Making Garlic Mashed Potatoes

Boil peeled, chopped potatoes in salted water until fork-tender (about 15 minutes). Drain and return to the pot.
Mash with warm melted butter, heated milk, and plenty of minced garlic. Season to taste with salt.
Be careful not to over-mash to avoid gumminess.

Preparing Glazed Carrots

Peel and slice carrots into even sticks. Sauté or simmer with butter, honey/maple syrup, and a pinch of salt for 10-15 minutes, until tender.
For roasted carrots, pop them in the oven alongside your chicken.

Serving

Plate the chicken with a spoonful of pan juices, a cloud of mashed potatoes, and a pile of glossy carrots. Sprinkle with fresh parsley.

Notes

Let the chicken rest for 5-10 minutes before slicing to keep it juicy. Use warm dairy for smoother mashed potatoes. You can double this recipe for larger gatherings.