There’s something truly satisfying about a classic roast chicken on a Sunday: golden-brown skin, tender meat that falls apart, and aromas that fill your home with warmth.
This recipe is simple, uses pantry ingredients, and delivers restaurant-level flavor without any complicated steps.
It’s ideal for family dinners, meal prep, or even entertaining guests.
Perfect Sunday Roast Chicken
Ingredients
For the Chicken:
- 1 whole chicken (4–5 lbs)
- 3 tbsp olive oil or melted butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 lemon, halved
- 1 medium onion, quartered
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- 1 tsp dried rosemary
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
For the Vegetables (optional but recommended):
- 4 large carrots, chopped
- 2 potatoes, cubed
- 1 cup baby onions or pearl onions
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- Salt & pepper to taste
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