Herb Roasted Chicken with Warm Olives and Citrus: A Juicy Delight
A delicious combination of herb roasted chicken served with warm olives and a refreshing citrus twist.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour
- Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 whole chicken
- 4 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 teaspoons fresh rosemary, chopped
- 2 teaspoons fresh thyme, chopped
- 1 lemon, zested and juiced
- 1 orange, zested and juiced
- 1 cup mixed olives
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a bowl, mix olive oil, rosemary, thyme, lemon zest, orange zest, salt, and pepper.
- Rub the mixture all over the chicken, including under the skin.
- Place the chicken in a roasting pan and roast for 1 hour, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).
- In the last 15 minutes of cooking, add the olives to the pan.
- Remove the chicken from the oven and let it rest for 10 minutes before carving.
- Serve the chicken with warm olives and citrus juices drizzled on top.
Notes
- For added flavor, marinate the chicken overnight.
- Serve with a side of roasted vegetables for a complete meal.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 chicken
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
Keywords: Herb Roasted Chicken, Warm Olives, Citrus,Chicken Recipe