Oven Roasted Chicken Dinner

This traditional, oven roasted chicken dinner is easy to make and sure to be a hit with the entire family!  Try it with a side of homemade cranberry sauce.

Oven Roasted Chicken Dinner

Oven Roasted Chicken Dinner

Course Main Course
Servings 4
Calories 525 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 1 small whole chicken (3-4 pounds)
  • 2 tbsp butter, melted
  • Salt and pepper
  • 1 lb fresh carrots
  • 2 yellow onions
  • 1 lb potatoes
  • 1 tbsp vegetable oil
  • Pan drippings and chicken broth to equal 2 cups
  • ¼ cup flour

Instructions
 

  • Remove giblets from chicken and place chicken, breast side up, in an 11”x 15” roasting pan. Brush the entire chicken with melted butter then sprinkle it with salt and pepper.  Truss the legs together with cooking twine.  Let the chicken sit at room temperature for 1 hour.
  • Preheat oven to 450℉.
  • Cut carrots into 2” lengths and cut in half lengthwise.  Peel and quarter onions.  Cut potatoes into large chunks (halved or quartered, depending on size).  
  • Put vegetables in a large bowl, sprinkle with salt and pepper.  Toss with vegetable oil and arrange in the pan around the chicken.
  • Place the pan in the oven for 15 minutes and then turn the temperature down to 350℉.  Allow chicken to roast for 20 minutes per pound or until the internal temperature in the thickest part of the breast reaches 160℉.
  • Remove chicken from pan to serving platter.  If the vegetables are not tender, return the pan to the oven until they reach the desired softness.  Transfer vegetables to a serving platter or bowl and keep warm.
  • Pour pan dripping into a bowl or measuring cup.  Allow them to sit for a moment or two until the fat rises to the top.  Use a spoon to skim the fat off and discard.  Add chicken broth so that the liquid measures 2 cups.
  • Heat a skillet over medium heat.  Add ½ of the chicken broth.  Whisk in flour and cook, stirring constantly, until it forms a paste.  Continue to cook and stir until the mixture turns a golden brown.  
  • Add the rest of the broth in a slow stream, whisking constantly until the gravy thickens.  Serve immediately with chicken and vegetables.
  • Hack:  I’ve used carrots, onions and potatoes here but you can substitute your favorite veggies or whatever you have on hand!
  • Hack:  Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 5 days or freeze in serving-sized portions for up to 3 months.
  • Hack:  Chop leftover vegetables and deboned chicken into bite-sized pieces and transfer them to a saucepan.  Add gravy, cover with chicken broth and heat for a fast and easy chicken soup!
  • Hack:  Don’t have cooking twine?  Use unwaxed dental floss!
Keyword baked chicken, chicken, chicken dinner, gravy, one pan meal, oven roasted, oven roasted chicken, whole chicken

Handle chicken with care!  Click here for some tips to avoid foodborne illnesses that can be associated with raw chicken.

Suggestion:  Serve fresh whole cranberry sauce on the side.

Bacon Wrapped Jalapeno Popper Chicken

Jalapeno Popper Chicken is a spicy, cheesy decadent delight…all wrapped up in bacon!  It’s perfect all by itself…or tucked away in a sub or sandwich wrap!

Bacon Wrapped Jalapeno Popper Chicken

Bacon Wrapped Jalapeno Popper Chicken

Course Main Course
Servings 1
Calories 556 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 2 tbsp cream cheese (1 oz)
  • 3 tbsp shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1 jalapeno pepper, diced
  • 1 boneless skinless chicken breast (6 oz)
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 slices bacon

Instructions
 

  • Preheat the oven to 375℉.
  • Place the cream cheese, cheddar cheese and jalapenos in a bowl; stir to combine.
  • Cut a deep pocket into the chicken breast, taking care not to cut all the way through to the other side. Fill the pocket of chicken breast with the cream cheese mixture. Season with salt and pepper, if desired.
  • Wrap chicken breast tightly with bacon, securing with toothpicks. Place it in a greased baking pan.
  • Cook for 30 minutes, or until bacon is crisp and chicken has an internal temperature of 160℉. You can broil the chicken for 3-4 minutes to further crisp the bacon if needed.
  • Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Keyword bacon, baked chicken, chicken, cooking for singles, cream cheese, jalapeno popper, meal for one, single serving meal, spicy

 

Handle chicken with care!  Click here for some tips to avoid foodborne illnesses that can be associated with raw poultry.

For a sweeter take on this same theme, try brown sugar bacon-wrapped chicken!

Greek Yogurt Marinated Chicken

This Greek yogurt marinated chicken is juicy and tender from an overnight marinade and bursting with dill and garlic flavor!  It uses dill Greek yogurt dip as a key ingredient so keep some on hand for the next time you make chicken.

Greek Yogurt Marinated Chicken

Greek Yogurt Marinated Chicken

Cuisine Indian
Servings 2 people
Calories 340 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 8 oz boneless skinless chicken breast
  • ¼ cup Dill Greek Yogurt Dip
  • 1 tbsp minced garlic
  • ½ cup Italian bread crumbs

Instructions
 

  • Slice chicken breast into 4 strips. Combine with yogurt dip and minced garlic. Marinate overnight.
  • Place chicken and yogurt into a baking dish. Cover with bread crumbs. Bake at 350 for 20-25 minutes until internal temperature reaches 160℉.
Keyword baked chicken, chicken marinade, greek yogurt, Indian cuisine, main course, yogurt marinade

Did you know?  Greek yogurt has twice the protein and substantially fewer carbs than regular yogurt.  Click here for more information on the benefits of Greek yogurt!

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