Dinner Family Comfort (Printable Version)
Tender chicken, crunchy spuds, and a fresh, colorful salad make a meal that brings everyone together.
# Everything You’ll Need:
→ Roast Chicken
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Fresh herbs like parsley, rosemary, or thyme for topping
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Your favorite amount of salt and pepper
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1 tablespoon (7 g) paprika
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1 tablespoon (7 g) onion powder
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1 tablespoon (8 g) garlic powder
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2 tablespoons (30 ml) olive oil
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1 whole chicken (about 1.8–2.3 kg), cleaned and dried
→ Roasted Potatoes
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1 teaspoon (1 g) dried rosemary
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Sprinkle salt and pepper how you like
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2 tablespoons (30 ml) olive oil
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4 big potatoes (around 1.2 kg), peeled then cubed
→ Mixed Green Salad
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1/4 cup (60 ml) balsamic vinaigrette
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1/4 red onion (20 g), sliced thin
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1 cucumber (200 g), cut into rounds
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1 cup (150 g) cherry tomatoes, halved
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4 cups (120 g) salad greens—romaine, spinach, or arugula
# Steps to Cook:
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Crank up the oven to 220°C, or 425°F, and wait till it's hot.
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Pour 2 tablespoons of olive oil plus paprika, onion powder, garlic powder, some salt, and pepper into a bowl. Smear it all over the chicken with your hands.
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Lay the chicken in the roasting pan with the breast up. Put it in the oven and let it cook for about 75 minutes. Use a thermometer to make sure it hits 75°C at the thigh. Give it a break for 10 minutes before slicing.
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While waiting on the chicken, mix potato cubes with 2 tablespoons olive oil, some rosemary, salt, and pepper until they all have a nice coating.
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Spread the potatoes over a baking sheet so they’re in one layer. Pop them in with the chicken for the last 30–35 minutes. Leave them until they get crispy and look golden.
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Grab a big bowl and throw in salad greens, cucumbers, tomato halves, and onion slices. Pour over the balsamic dressing and toss lightly just before you eat.
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Slice the rested chicken and plate it with the potatoes and salad. Sprinkle with some fresh herbs, if you’re into that.
# Extra Suggestions:
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Taste and tweak the seasoning to suit you. Add whatever extra veggies you like to the salad bowl.