Description:
Garlic-Prego Roasted Chicken is a flavorful and succulent dish that combines the robust taste of garlic with the rich flavors of Prego pasta sauce. This simple yet delicious recipe results in a tender, juicy chicken infused with savory herbs and spices, making it perfect for a family dinner or special occasion. Serve it with roasted vegetables or a side salad for a complete meal!
Ingredients:
- Whole chicken: 4-5 lbs (1.8-2.3 kg)
- Olive oil: ¼ cup (60 ml)
- Garlic cloves (minced): 6-8 cloves
- Prego pasta sauce (or your favorite marinara sauce): 1 cup (240 ml)
- Fresh rosemary (chopped): 1 tbsp (or 1 tsp dried)
- Fresh thyme (chopped): 1 tbsp (or 1 tsp dried)
- Salt: 1 tsp
- Black pepper: ½ tsp
- Lemon (cut into wedges): 1
- Onion (quartered): 1 medium (optional, for stuffing)
- Carrots and potatoes (cut into chunks, optional, for roasting)
Instructions:
- Preheat the oven:
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). - Prepare the chicken:
Rinse the whole chicken under cold water and pat it dry with paper towels. Place it in a roasting pan. - Make the garlic mixture:
In a small bowl, combine the olive oil, minced garlic, chopped rosemary, chopped thyme, salt, and pepper. Mix until well combined. - Season the chicken:
Rub the garlic mixture all over the chicken, making sure to coat it thoroughly. If using, stuff the cavity with lemon wedges and quartered onion for added flavor. - Add the sauce:
Pour the Prego pasta sauce over the chicken, making sure it’s well coated. You can also drizzle some sauce inside the cavity. - Add vegetables (optional):
If using, arrange the chopped carrots and potatoes around the chicken in the roasting pan. - Roast the chicken:
Roast the chicken in the preheated oven for about 1 hour and 15 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C) in the thickest part of the thigh. Baste the chicken with the pan juices every 30 minutes to keep it moist. - Rest the chicken:
Once cooked, remove the chicken from the oven and let it rest for about 10-15 minutes before carving. This allows the juices to redistribute, ensuring a moist chicken. - Serve:
Carve the chicken and serve it with the roasted vegetables and any remaining sauce from the pan. Enjoy your flavorful Garlic-Prego Roasted Chicken!
Tips for Success:
- Seasoning: Feel free to add your favorite herbs or spices to the garlic mixture for extra flavor.
- Basting: Basting the chicken regularly will help keep it moist and flavorful.
- Cooking time: Cooking times may vary depending on the size of the chicken, so use a meat thermometer for best results.
Recommendations:
- Side dishes: This chicken pairs well with rice, pasta, or a fresh salad.
- Leftovers: Use leftover chicken in salads, sandwiches, or pasta dishes for a quick meal.
- Marinating: For extra flavor, marinate the chicken in the garlic mixture and sauce for a few hours or overnight before roasting.
Nutrition (per serving, approx. based on 8 servings):
- Calories: 380
- Protein: 30 g
- Fat: 24 g
- Carbohydrates: 8 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 600 mg
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