ROAST CHICKEN

Cook time : 120mins

Serves 6

Per serving : 482kCal / Carbs 7g / Protein 55g / Fat 26g

3 Large Carrot (chopped)

2 Brown Onions (chopped)

1 Bulb Garlic

4 tbsp Olive Oil

1 tsp Paprika

Salt & Cracked Pepper

1 Whole Chicken (about 1.5kg)

1 Lemon (cut into Quarters)

1/2 Bunch Fresh Rosemary

1/2 Bunch Fresh Tyme

Preheat the oven to 240°C/475°F/gas 9.
Place the carrots, onion and full garlic cloves in a large roasting dish and toss with olive oil.
Rub the chicken all over with olive oil, paprika, salt & cracked pepper.
Place the lemon quarters and herbs inside the chicken cavity.
Reduce the heat of the oven to 200°C/400°F/gas 6.
Place the chicken in the oven and cook for 1 hour and 20 minutes.
Brush the chicken with a little extra olive oil half way through cooking.
Allow the chicken to sit for 10 minutes under some aluminium foil before carving.