📝 Description
Juicy roasted chicken coated in bold spices, paired with crispy baby potatoes and fresh green beans. This dish is a perfect balance of savory, smoky, and herbaceous flavors—ideal for a comforting family meal or meal prep.
🛒 Ingredients
🍗 Chicken
1 whole chicken (1.2–1.5 kg) or 4 chicken thighs
3 tbsp olive oil
1 tbsp paprika
1 tsp cumin
1 tsp garlic powder
1 tsp onion powder
1/2 tsp turmeric
1 tsp dried thyme
Salt & black pepper (to taste)
Juice of 1/2 lemon
🥔 Baby Potatoes
500g baby potatoes (halved)
2 tbsp olive oil
1 tsp paprika
1/2 tsp rosemary
Salt & pepper
🥬 Green Beans
250g green beans (trimmed)
1 tbsp olive oil
2 garlic cloves (minced)
Salt & pepper
👨🍳 Step-by-Step Instructions
1️⃣ Marinate the Chicken
Mix olive oil, spices, lemon juice, salt & pepper.
Rub the mixture all over the chicken (under the skin if possible).
Let marinate at least 30 minutes (overnight for best flavor).
2️⃣ Prepare the Potatoes
Toss baby potatoes with olive oil, paprika, rosemary, salt & pepper.
Spread evenly on a baking tray.
3️⃣ Roast Everything
Preheat oven to 200°C (400°F).
Place chicken on top of or beside potatoes.
Roast for 45–60 minutes until golden and cooked through.
Baste chicken halfway with juices.
4️⃣ Cook Green Beans
Heat olive oil in a pan.
Add garlic, sauté briefly.
Add green beans, cook 5–7 minutes until tender-crisp.
Season with salt & pepper.
5️⃣ Serve
Plate roasted chicken 🍗
Add crispy baby potatoes 🥔
Finish with green beans 🥬
Drizzle pan juices over everything for extra flavor 😍
⏱ Prep & Cook Time
Prep: 15 minutes
Cook: 50 minutes
Total: 1 hour 5 minutes
🔥 Nutrition (Approx per serving)
Calories: 650 kcal
Protein: 45g 💪
Carbs: 40g
Fat: 35g
