Roast Chicken with Artichokes, Tomatoes and Garlic
This Lemon Roast Chicken recipe delivers a flavorful twist on the traditional roast. Packed with antioxidants from garlic, artichokes, olives, and tomatoes, this dish supports male fertility while being a delicious centerpiece for your table. 🍋🍗
Ingredients
Serves 4
- 1 whole chicken (large)
- 2½ lemons (juice and halves)
- Salt and freshly ground pepper
- 1 head of garlic, cloves separated (not peeled)
- 250ml dry white wine (~1 cup)
- 9 marinated artichoke heart halves, drained and sliced into quarters
- 15 kalamata olives, stoned and halved
- 9 semi-dried tomatoes, roughly chopped
Instructions
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Prepare the Chicken. Place the chicken in a bowl and sprinkle it with the juice of 2½ lemons. Insert the squeezed lemon halves inside the chicken cavity. Cover the chicken with plastic wrap and refrigerate overnight, turning occasionally to marinate evenly.
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Season and Roast. Preheat your oven to 220°C (200°C for fan-forced). Remove the chicken from the fridge, season generously with salt and freshly ground pepper, and place it on a rack in a baking dish. Scatter the garlic cloves around the chicken and pour white wine into the dish.
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Cook to Perfection. Roast the chicken for 1 hour, or until nearly cooked. Carefully remove excess fat from the baking dish.
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Add Antioxidant-Rich Vegetables. Add the artichoke slices, olives, semi-dried tomatoes, and 125ml water (~½ cup) to the dish. Roast for another 20 minutes, or until the chicken is fully cooked and the vegetables are tender.
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Serve. Carve the chicken into serving pieces and arrange them on a heated platter. Surround with the roasted vegetables and drizzle with the flavorful pan juices. Squeeze the roasted garlic cloves from their skins and enjoy them with the dish for an extra antioxidant boost.
Male Fertility Benefits
- Garlic: High in antioxidants, which protect sperm from damage.
- Artichokes, Olives, and Tomatoes: Rich in vitamins and nutrients that improve reproductive health.
- Lemons: Provide vitamin C, essential for enhancing sperm motility and quality.
This elegant dish is perfect for date night or a family gathering. It’s wholesome, nutritious, and packed with fertility-friendly ingredients. Enjoy! 🍽️🌿
