Keto Oven Roasted Chicken
Elevate your dinner game with this succulent Keto Oven Roasted Chicken, a perfect centerpiece for any low-carb feast. This recipe highlights a whole chicken seasoned to perfection with a fragrant blend of olive oil, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper, infused with fresh rosemary, thyme, and zesty lemon slices. Topped with buttery richness and roasted to golden-brown perfection, the chicken boasts irresistibly crispy skin and tender, juicy meat with every bite. Perfect for meal prepping or hosting, this dish is ready in just under two hours, including prep and cook time. Pair it with your favorite keto-friendly sides for a hearty and wholesome meal that’s sure to impress. Whether you're following a ketogenic lifestyle or simply craving a flavorful roast, this easy oven recipe is destined to become a go-to favorite.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 about 3-4 pounds whole chicken
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 minced garlic cloves
- 1 sliced lemon
- 2 sprigs fresh rosemary
- 2 sprigs fresh thyme
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons butter
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
Pat the chicken dry with paper towels to ensure a crispy skin after roasting.
In a small bowl, mix olive oil, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper.
Gently loosen the skin on the chicken breasts and thighs, taking care not to tear it.
Rub the garlic and olive oil mixture under the skin and all over the exterior of the chicken.
Place the lemon slices inside the cavity of the chicken along with the fresh rosemary and thyme sprigs.
Truss the chicken by tying the legs together with kitchen twine for even cooking.
Place the chicken in a roasting pan or oven-safe skillet breast side up.
Dot the chicken with small pieces of butter on top for added flavor and crispness.
Roast the chicken in the preheated oven for about 1.5 hours, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C) and the juices run clear when you cut between the leg and thigh.
Baste the chicken with its own pan juices halfway through the cooking for extra moistness.
Once cooked, remove the chicken from the oven and let it rest for 10-15 minutes before carving. This allows the juices to redistribute, ensuring juicy meat.
Carve and serve your delicious keto oven-roasted chicken with your choice of low-carb sides.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
681 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 62.1 g | 80% | |
| Saturated Fat | 20.3 g | 102% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 168 mg | 56% | |
| Sodium | 2623 mg | 114% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 6.1 g | 2% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.2 g | 4% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.3 g | ||
| Protein | 27.1 g | 54% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 58 mg | 4% | |
| Iron | 2.4 mg | 13% | |
| Potassium | 393 mg | 8% | |
*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.
