Sheet Pan Garlic Herb Roasted Whole Chicken with Carrots and Broccoli
Succulent roasted chicken cooked over extra virgin olive oil with tender carrots and crispy broccoli florets. A comforting, whole-food family dinner that provides ample high-protein leftovers without seed oils, soy, or added sugar.
Prep
15 min
Cook
65 min
Total
90 min
Makes
5 servings
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Made by April + Lila
April created this recipe with Lila and shared it with the perimenopause community.
The feel-good payoff
Why this meal can feel especially good in perimenopause
Think practical wins: steadier energy, comfortable fullness and one less food decision. Your response is personal, so use the prompts below to notice what works for you.
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Fullness that has staying power
This meal is designed to feel substantial, so finishing it can feel like the meal is complete rather than the start of an evening of grazing.
Notice: fullness 2–3 hours later
Steadier energy
Feel fueled, not flattened
A complete meal with protein, carbohydrates and fats is designed to offer more staying power than a quick carb-only fix.
Notice: energy 1–3 hours later
Everyday strength
Support the basics consistently
A nourishing meal supports the protein, energy and overall nutrition that help you keep showing up for daily movement.
Notice: energy for movement
Well-nourished skin
Support from the whole plate
Regular meals with enough protein, plants and fats support overall nourishment. Think consistency, not one miracle ingredient.
Notice: consistency + hydration
Setup
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Prep
15 min
Cook
65 min
Total
90 min
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Equipment
Oven · Sheet pan · Whisk · Mixing bowl · Knife and cutting board
Time saver
Meal Prep: Store carved leftover chicken meat and vegetables in airtight glass containers in the refrigerator for up to 4 days for quick, protein-rich lunches.
Do these three things first
- 1Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- 2Set out all ingredients before cooking
- 3Measure the pantry ingredients before heating the pan
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Instructions
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Next: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C)
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Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C)
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
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Pat the chicken dry with paper towels
Pat the chicken dry with paper towels. Place the chicken onto a large rimmed baking sheet or roasting pan.
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Whisk together the extra virgin olive oil
In a small bowl, whisk together the extra virgin olive oil, minced garlic, dried rosemary, dried thyme, fine sea salt, and black pepper until well combined.
Look for: well combined
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Rub two-thirds of the seasoned olive oil…
Rub two-thirds of the seasoned olive oil mixture evenly over the surface and under the skin of the chicken.
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Arrange the carrot slices and broccoli florets…
Arrange the carrot slices and broccoli florets on the baking sheet surrounding the chicken. Drizzle the remaining seasoned olive oil over the vegetables and toss gently to coat evenly.
Ready when: everything is assembled and ready to enjoy
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Roast in the preheated oven for 60…
Roast in the preheated oven for 60 to 75 minutes. The chicken is ready when the skin is golden brown and a meat thermometer inserted into the thickest part of the thigh (without touching bone) reads 165°F (74°C). The carrots should be tender when pierced with a fork and the broccoli edges crisp.
Allow: 60 to 75 minutes
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Remove the baking sheet from the oven…
Remove the baking sheet from the oven and let the chicken rest for 10 minutes on a cutting board before carving into portions.
Allow: 10 minutes
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Serve one portion of carved roasted chicken…
Serve one portion of carved roasted chicken alongside a generous portion of roasted carrots and broccoli.
Ready when: everything is assembled and ready to enjoy
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