Keto Slow Roasted Chicken
Elevate your family dinners with this mouthwatering Keto Slow Roasted Chicken, a staple for low-carb enthusiasts seeking maximum flavor with minimal effort. This recipe transforms a tender four-pound whole chicken into a juicy, golden masterpiece, thanks to a blend of butter, garlic, paprika, and fresh herbs like rosemary and thyme. Stuffed with fragrant lemon and seasoned to perfection, the chicken roasts slowly at 300°F to guarantee evenly cooked, succulent meat. The key to a crisp, golden finish? Cranking up the oven to 425°F towards the end of cooking! Perfectly paired with your favorite keto sides, this easy-to-follow recipe is an unbeatable choice for meal prep, special occasions, or a cozy weeknight dinner.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pounds Whole chicken
- 4 tablespoons Butter
- 4 units Garlic cloves
- 2 sprigs Fresh rosemary
- 2 sprigs Fresh thyme
- 1 unit Lemon
- 2 teaspoons Salt
- 1 teaspoon Black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Paprika
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 300°F (150°C).
Rinse the chicken under cold water and pat it dry with paper towels.
In a small bowl, mix together the softened butter, minced garlic, 1 teaspoon of salt, black pepper, and paprika.
Gently loosen the skin of the chicken breast and thighs by sliding your fingers under it.
Spread half of the butter mixture under the skin and the other half over the entire chicken surface.
Season the cavity of the chicken with the remaining salt.
Cut the lemon in half and place it inside the cavity along with the rosemary and thyme sprigs.
Tie the legs of the chicken together with kitchen twine to ensure it cooks evenly.
Place the chicken in a roasting pan, drizzle with olive oil, and cover it loosely with aluminum foil.
Roast the chicken in the preheated oven for about 2.5 hours, basting occasionally with the pan juices.
Remove the aluminum foil and increase the oven temperature to 425°F (220°C).
Roast for an additional 30 minutes, or until the skin is golden brown and crispy, and the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C). Use a meat thermometer to check.
Remove the chicken from the oven and let it rest for 15 minutes before carving.
Serve with your favorite low-carb sides for a complete keto meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
979 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 89.3 g | 114% | |
| Saturated Fat | 34.2 g | 171% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 268 mg | 89% | |
| Sodium | 5170 mg | 225% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 13.0 g | 5% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.8 g | 14% | |
| Total Sugars | 2.1 g | ||
| Protein | 37.0 g | 74% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 93 mg | 7% | |
| Iron | 3.9 mg | 22% | |
| Potassium | 640 mg | 14% | |
*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.
