Perfect baked chicken recipe

whole chicken

🥗Healthier: skinless chicken breasts

💰Cheaper: chicken thighs

Thighs are often less expensive and more flavorful.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Canola oil is a budget-friendly alternative.

fresh herbs

🥗Healthier: dried herbs

💰Cheaper: mixed Italian seasoning

Dried herbs are more accessible and have a longer shelf life.

chicken broth

🥗Healthier: vegetable broth

💰Cheaper: water with seasoning

Vegetable broth can be lower in calories and cost.

Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).

Rinse the chicken under cold water and pat dry with paper towels.

Rub olive oil all over the chicken, ensuring it's well coated.

Season the chicken generously with salt, black pepper, paprika, and herbs.

Stuff the cavity with lemon slices, garlic cloves, and onion quarters.

Place the chicken in a roasting pan, breast side up.

Arrange chopped carrots and potatoes around the chicken in the pan.

Pour chicken broth into the bottom of the pan to keep the chicken moist.

Cover the pan with aluminum foil and bake for 1 hour.

Remove the foil and bake for an additional 30-45 minutes, until the skin is golden brown and the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).

Let the chicken rest for 10 minutes before carving.

Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.

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