Low Carb Roast Chicken with Gravy
Experience the ultimate comfort food with this Low Carb Roast Chicken with Gravy recipe—a perfect centerpiece for a leisurely family dinner or a celebratory feast. Infused with a robust blend of garlic powder, onion powder, thyme, and smoky paprika, this golden roast chicken delivers mouthwatering flavor in every bite while staying gluten-free and keto-friendly. The addition of lemon inside the cavity infuses the meat with subtle citrus notes, ensuring tender, juicy results. Complemented by a rich, creamy gravy thickened with xanthan gum for a carb-conscious twist, this dish is as indulgent as it is healthy. With minimal prep time and simple instructions, you'll have a show-stopping meal on the table in just over an hour, topped with fresh parsley for a final flourish. Whether you're meal-prepping or hosting a crowd, this flavorful yet guilt-free roast chicken is sure to impress.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pounds Whole chicken
- 3 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Onion powder
- 1 teaspoon Thyme (dried)
- 1 teaspoon Paprika
- 2 cups Chicken broth
- 0.5 cup Heavy cream
- 0.25 teaspoon Xanthan gum
- 1 unit Lemon
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley (for garnish)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
Rinse the chicken inside and out, pat dry with paper towels, and place it in a roasting pan.
In a small bowl, mix together the olive oil, salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, thyme, and paprika.
Rub the spice mix all over the chicken, ensuring even coverage.
Slice the lemon in half and place both halves inside the cavity of the chicken.
Roast the chicken in the preheated oven for about 1 hour and 20 minutes, or until a meat thermometer reads 165°F (74°C) when inserted into the thickest part of the thigh.
Remove the chicken from the oven and let it rest for 10 minutes before carving.
While the chicken rests, make the gravy. Pour the chicken drippings from the roasting pan into a saucepan, adding chicken broth to the drippings to equal approximately 2 cups.
Bring to a simmer over medium heat, then slowly whisk in the heavy cream.
Sprinkle the xanthan gum over the gravy while whisking continuously to avoid clumping. Allow it to simmer until it reaches your desired consistency, about 3-5 minutes.
Carve the chicken and serve with the low-carb gravy drizzled on top, garnished with freshly chopped parsley.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1121 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 97.4 g | 125% | |
| Saturated Fat | 34.8 g | 174% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 256 mg | 85% | |
| Sodium | 3674 mg | 160% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 14.5 g | 5% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.3 g | 15% | |
| Total Sugars | 2.8 g | ||
| Protein | 43.1 g | 86% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 108 mg | 8% | |
| Iron | 4.9 mg | 27% | |
| Potassium | 1030 mg | 22% | |
*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.
