Jun 04 2026
RestaurantsThe Sandbar Seafood RestaurantHalf Roasted Chicken Recipe

Half Roasted Chicken Recipe

Time1h 30m
Serves4

roasted potatoes, broccolini, lemon thyme pan jus.

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Ingredients

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Chicken

Roasted Potatoes

Broccolini

Method

Preparation

  1. 1

    Preheat the Oven

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

  2. 2

    Prepare the Chicken

    Pat the chicken dry with paper towels, then rub olive oil, salt, pepper, and fresh thyme all over it. Squeeze lemon juice over the chicken and place the lemon halves inside the cavity.

  3. 3

    Prepare the Potatoes

    Cut the baby potatoes in half and toss them with olive oil, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Spread them on a baking sheet.

  4. 4

    Prepare the Broccolini

    Trim the broccolini and toss it in a bowl with olive oil, salt, and black pepper.

Cooking

  1. 5

    Roast the Chicken and Potatoes

    Place the chicken on the baking sheet with the potatoes. Roast in the preheated oven for about 45 minutes.

  2. 6

    Add the Broccolini

    After 45 minutes, add the broccolini to the baking sheet and roast everything for an additional 10-15 minutes until the chicken is cooked through and the vegetables are tender.

Making the Pan Jus

  1. 7

    Make the Pan Jus

    In a small saucepan, combine chicken stock, fresh thyme, and lemon juice. Bring to a simmer. Mix cornstarch with water to create a slurry, then stir into the sauce until thickened.

Serving

  1. 8

    Plate and Serve

    Once cooked, let the chicken rest for 10 minutes before carving. Serve the chicken with roasted potatoes, broccolini, and drizzle with pan jus.

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