Dinner Table Comfort Family (Print-Friendly Version)
Cozy family dinner featuring juicy chicken, crispy potatoes, and a vibrant salad with balsamic vinaigrette.
# What You’ll Need to Make This:
→ Roast Chicken
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1 whole chicken (approximately 1.8–2.3 kg), cleaned and patted dry
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2 tablespoons olive oil
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1 tablespoon garlic powder
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1 tablespoon onion powder
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1 tablespoon paprika
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Salt, to taste
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Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
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Fresh herbs such as rosemary, thyme, or parsley, for garnish
→ Roasted Potatoes
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4 large potatoes, peeled and cut into cubes
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2 tablespoons olive oil
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Salt, to taste
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Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
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1 teaspoon dried rosemary
→ Fresh Salad
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4 cups mixed greens (spinach, arugula, romaine)
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1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
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1 cucumber, sliced
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1/4 red onion, thinly sliced
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1/4 cup balsamic vinaigrette
# How to Prepare:
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Set the oven to 220°C.
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Combine olive oil, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper in a small bowl.
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Rub the seasoned oil mixture evenly over the entire surface of the cleaned chicken.
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Place the chicken in a roasting pan and roast for approximately 75 minutes, or until an internal temperature of 75°C is reached. Allow the chicken to rest for 10 minutes before carving.
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While the chicken roasts, toss cubed potatoes with olive oil, salt, black pepper, and dried rosemary.
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Arrange potatoes in a single layer on a baking sheet and roast during the final 30–35 minutes of the chicken’s cooking time until golden and crisp.
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Combine mixed greens, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, and red onion in a large bowl. Drizzle with balsamic vinaigrette and toss gently to coat.
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Carve the roasted chicken, serving it alongside roasted potatoes and fresh salad. Garnish with fresh herbs as desired.
# Extra Tips:
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Adjust seasoning to preference, and consider adding additional vegetables to the salad for variety.