Jul 14 2026
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Roasted Chicken Recipe

Inspired by The French Laundry
Time2h
Serves4

Herb-marinated chicken with garlic mashed potatoes.

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Ingredients

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For the Roasted Chicken

For the Garlic Mashed Potatoes

Method

For the Roasted Chicken

  1. 1

    Prepare the Marinade

    In a small bowl, mix together the olive oil, rosemary, thyme, minced garlic, lemon juice, salt, and pepper to create a marinade.

  2. 2

    Marinate the Chicken

    Place the whole chicken in a large resealable bag or a bowl. Pour the marinade over the chicken, ensuring it is well coated. Seal the bag or cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, preferably overnight.

  3. 3

    Preheat the Oven

    Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).

  4. 4

    Roast the Chicken

    Remove the chicken from the marinade and place it in a roasting pan, breast side up. Roast in the preheated oven for 1 hour and 15 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C) and the juices run clear.

  5. 5

    Rest the Chicken

    Once cooked, remove the chicken from the oven and let it rest for 10-15 minutes before carving.

For the Garlic Mashed Potatoes

  1. 6

    Boil the Potatoes

    In a large pot, add the peeled and cubed potatoes and cover them with cold water. Add a pinch of salt and bring to a boil. Cook for about 15-20 minutes, or until the potatoes are tender.

  2. 7

    Prepare the Garlic

    While the potatoes are boiling, melt the butter in a small pan over low heat. Add the minced garlic and cook gently for about 2 minutes until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.

  3. 8

    Mash the Potatoes

    Once the potatoes are tender, drain them and return to the pot. Add the garlic butter mixture, milk, salt, and pepper. Mash until smooth and creamy.

  4. 9

    Serve

    Serve the garlic mashed potatoes alongside the roasted chicken.

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