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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
Seasonal Vegetables
Method
Preparation of Chicken
- 1
Preheat the Oven
Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
- 2
Prepare the Chicken
Pat the whole chicken dry with paper towels. Rub the olive oil all over the skin of the chicken.
- 3
Season the Chicken
Sprinkle salt and black pepper evenly over the chicken. Insert the garlic cloves and rosemary into the cavity of the chicken. Squeeze the lemon juice over the top and place the lemon halves inside the cavity.
Preparation of Vegetables
- 4
Prepare the Vegetables
In a large bowl, combine the chopped carrots, sliced zucchini, chopped bell peppers, and sliced red onion. Drizzle with olive oil, and sprinkle with salt and pepper. Toss to coat.
Roasting
- 5
Roast the Chicken
Place the chicken on a roasting rack in a baking dish and surround it with the prepared vegetables. Roast in the preheated oven for about 1 hour and 15 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
- 6
Rest the Chicken
Once cooked, remove the chicken from the oven and let it rest for 10-15 minutes before carving.
