High Protein Oven Roasted Chicken
Elevate your mealtime with this High Protein Oven Roasted Chicken, a savory masterpiece that's both nutritious and delicious. This recipe features a four-pound whole chicken perfectly seasoned with olive oil, garlic, paprika, and fresh herbs like rosemary and thyme for an aromatic flavor explosion. The addition of tangy lemon, tender carrots, and sweet onion enhances every bite, while roasting at a high heat ensures crispy skin and juicy, protein-packed meat. With a prep time of just 15 minutes, this wholesome dish is ideal for feeding a crowd or meal-prepping for the week. Serve it alongside the irresistible roasted veggies for a complete, healthy dinner that’s bursting with flavor. Perfect for those following a high-protein diet or simply craving a classic roasted chicken recipe.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pounds whole chicken
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 lemon
- 4 garlic cloves
- 3 sprigs fresh rosemary
- 3 sprigs fresh thyme
- 2 teaspoons salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 onion
- 2 carrots
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
Remove the giblets from the chicken and pat it dry with paper towels.
Drizzle the olive oil over the chicken, ensuring it is covered evenly. Season generously with salt, black pepper, and paprika on all sides.
Cut the lemon in half and place inside the cavity of the chicken with the garlic cloves, rosemary, and thyme sprigs.
Quarter the onion and cut the carrots into large chunks. Scatter them around the chicken in the roasting pan.
Tie the legs of the chicken together with kitchen twine if desired. This helps the chicken cook evenly.
Place the chicken, breast side up, in a large roasting pan or oven-safe skillet.
Roast the chicken in the preheated oven for about 1 hour and 15 minutes or until the thickest part of the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
Remove the chicken from the oven and let it rest for at least 10 minutes before carving.
Carve and serve the chicken with the roasted vegetables. Enjoy your high-protein meal!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
672 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 43.8 g | 56% | |
| Saturated Fat | 8.7 g | 43% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 136 mg | 45% | |
| Sodium | 4990 mg | 217% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 38.3 g | 14% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 9.8 g | 35% | |
| Total Sugars | 13.8 g | ||
| Protein | 39.4 g | 79% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 160 mg | 12% | |
| Iron | 4.8 mg | 27% | |
| Potassium | 1302 mg | 28% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
