Mouthwatering Herb-Roasted Chicken with Creamy Garlic Mashed Potatoes

Ingredients

For the Herb-Roasted Chicken:

- 1 whole chicken (about 4-5 pounds)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh rosemary, chopped
- 1 tablespoon fresh thyme, chopped
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 lemon, halved
- Salt and pepper to taste

For the Creamy Garlic Mashed Potatoes:

- 2 pounds russet potatoes, peeled and quartered
- 4 cloves garlic, peeled
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

Prepare the Herb-Roasted Chicken:

1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (218°C).
2. Rinse the chicken thoroughly under cold water and pat dry with paper towels.
3. Rub the chicken with olive oil, ensuring an even coating over the entire surface.
4. In a small bowl, combine minced garlic, rosemary, thyme, parsley, salt, and pepper. Rub this herb mixture inside the chicken cavity and across its surface.
5. Squeeze the lemon halves over the chicken, and place them inside the cavity for added flavor.
6. Carefully place the chicken in a roasting pan with a rack, breast side up.
7. Roast the chicken for about 1 hour and 15 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C) and the juices run clear.
8. Remove the chicken from the oven and allow it to rest for 10 minutes before carving.

Prepare the Creamy Garlic Mashed Potatoes:

1. In a large pot, cover the potatoes and garlic with water and bring to a boil.
2. Reduce heat to a simmer and cook for 20 minutes, or until potatoes are tender.
3. Drain the potatoes and garlic, then return them to the pot.
4. Add butter and heavy cream to the potatoes. Mash with a potato masher until smooth and creamy.
5. Season with salt and pepper to taste, stirring to combine.

Preparation & Cooking Times

- Herb-Roasted Chicken: PT10M Preparation / PT1H15M Cooking
10 minutes preparation / 1 hour 15 minutes cooking
- Creamy Garlic Mashed Potatoes: PT5M Preparation / PT20M Cooking
5 minutes preparation / 20 minutes cooking

Total Time

PT1H50M
1 hour 50 minutes

Type of Dish

Dinner

Keywords

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Recipe Yield

Feeds 4 adults

Calories

Total: 2,400 calories

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