Description
A festive meal perfect for New Year’s Eve celebrations.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 whole chicken (4–5 lbs)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 lemon, halved
- Fresh herbs (rosemary, thyme)
- 2 cups mixed vegetables (carrots, potatoes, onions)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Rub the chicken with olive oil, salt, and pepper.
- Stuff the cavity with garlic, lemon, and herbs.
- Place the mixed vegetables around the chicken in a roasting pan.
- Roast for 1.5 hours or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).
- Let the chicken rest for 10 minutes before carving.
Notes
- Use a meat thermometer for accuracy.
- Adjust cooking time based on chicken size.
- Serve with your favorite sides.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 90 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
Keywords: new years eve meal, festive dinner, celebration recipe