Gut-Healing Roasted Chicken

Gut-Healing Roasted Chicken Recipe

This nourishing, homemade roasted chicken is a flavorful, wholesome alternative to store-bought rotisserie options—many of which are often made with preservatives, inflammatory oils, and are sometimes packaged in plastic. Cooking your own whole chicken allows you to control the ingredients, reduce toxins, and support your gut health with clean, simple, and healing foods. Get organic pasture-raised chicken, and save the bones for bone broth after!

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🛒 Ingredients

For the Chicken & Stuffing:

• 1 whole organic, pasture-raised chicken

• ½ onion, peeled and quartered

• 1 lemon, quartered

• 5 whole garlic cloves, peeled

For the Herb Rub:

• ⅓ cup avocado oil or olive oil

• Juice of 1 lemon

• 5 garlic cloves, minced

• 1½ tbsp rosemary (fresh or dried)

• 1½ tbsp thyme (fresh or dried)

• 2 tsp sea salt

• 1 tsp black pepper

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🧼 How to Clean a Whole Chicken (Optional but Recommended)

1. Use gloves for easy handling. Remove the giblets from inside the cavity and discard or save for broth.

2. Trim excess fat, loose skin, and the tail area for a cleaner finish.

3. Gently slide your hand under the skin, especially around the thighs, to remove any residue.

4. Check for any remaining feathers and carefully remove with a knife or tweezers.

5. Rinse the chicken under cold water and pat completely dry with paper towels—this helps the skin become crispy when roasting.

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🔥 Roasting Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).

2. Place the cleaned chicken breast-side up in a baking dish.

3. In a small bowl, whisk together all the herb rub ingredients.

4. Lightly season the chicken with extra salt and pepper.

5. Generously rub the herb mixture all over the chicken—don’t forget under the skin for added flavor.

6. Stuff the cavity with onion, lemon, and whole garlic cloves.

7. Tie the legs together with kitchen twine to help the chicken roast evenly.

8. Bake uncovered for 1 hour.

9. Baste the chicken with the pan drippings.

10. Cover loosely with foil and roast for an additional 15–30 minutes, depending on the size of your bird.

11. Let rest for at least 10 minutes before carving to lock in the juices.

12. Save the bones—they make an excellent gut-healing bone broth!

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🌿 Health Benefits

• Organic Pasture-Raised Chicken: Rich in omega-3s, B vitamins, and essential amino acids to support energy and muscle repair.

• Garlic, Onion & Lemon: Help support digestion, immune health, and natural detoxification.

• Herbs (Rosemary & Thyme): Packed with antioxidants and anti-inflammatory compounds that aid gut and brain health.

• Avocado or Olive Oil: Heart-healthy fats that support nutrient absorption and overall wellness.

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This gut-healing roasted chicken is perfect for Sunday dinners, meal prepping, or anytime you want a nourishing, comforting meal made with clean ingredients your body will thank you for.