You won't believe how easy it to make this gorgeous, lemony, juicy, delicious healthier roast chicken with Mediterranean veg in a single roasting tray!
So, let's talk roasts! There's a lot to love, isn't there? They're easy to make once you've got the knack, there's tons of variety in how you prepare them, and best of all, they're absolutely delicious.
But on the downside, roasts can be a faff to make, they can take a lot of time to cook, they can leave loads of washing up, and they can be unhealthy.
That's why I'm excited to tell you about 100% recyclable Bakewell Oven Bags, which allow you to whip up a roast with all of the positives, while they pretty much eliminate all the mess, reduce the fat, and reduce cooking time by up to 10%!
Sound to good to be true? I've been testing them thoroughly and I promise, they work superbly well. All you do is place your meat and veg in the large bag, snip a corner, then roast it as you normally would, it's that simple.
You end up with exceptionally juicy and succulent meat and just as you'd hope, the meat comes out wonderfully browned, with veg that's perfectly cooked. Because the natural juices are helping to cook the meat in the bag, it cooks faster and you need just a touch of oil - this recipe only uses 2 tbsp of olive oil so it's a healthier option too.
And just how much mess does it eliminate? Well this is my roasting tray after cooking. Amazing, right?
I really am very impressed with the Bakewell bags, which come in all sorts of sizes to suit different sized birds, joints of meat, portions of meat, fish, paella, ribs, vegetables and more. It makes cooking just that little bit easier and faster and takes nothing away.
Read on for the full healthier roast chicken with Mediterranean veg recipe.
Ingredients
- 1.6 kg (3.53 lb) whole organic chicken
- 1 red onion cut into wedges
- 1 large (1) garlic bulb slightly crushed cloves
- 1 kg (2.2 lb) baby potatoes
- 1 handful fresh basil roughly torn
- 1 red bell pepper deseeded and cut into quarters
- 1 green bell pepper deseeded and cut into quarters
- 1 yellow pepper deseeded and cut into quarters
- 1 handful black olives drained
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp cornflour (cornstarch)
Equipment
Instructions
Pre-heat the oven to 190C/375F (170C fan). Place all of the vegetables, olive oil and herbs inside the Bakewell Oven Bag.
Give them a good shake to ensure they're evenly coated.
Place the chicken inside the bag on top of the vegetables and position on your roasting tray.
Seal the bag with the provided tie and cut a small piece off one corner of the bag - this will allow steam to escape and ensure a tasty skin.
Roast for approximately 80 minutes until well cooked. If you put a skewer into the thickest part of the meat, the juices should run clear (no pink tinge). If you have a meat thermometer it should read at least 165F (75C) at the thickest part of the meat.
Allow the chicken to sit for 10 minutes, then cut open the bag. You can then lift the chicken out of the bag, taking care to drain the juices back into the bag.
Lift the bag and tip the veg into a colander over a pan to catch the juices. You can then dish up the vegetables.
Look how clean the dish is!
You can now use all of the lovely chicken and veg juices to make an amazing gravy for your healthier roast chicken. Place the pan over a medium heat. Add a little boiling water if you want to stretch the quantity a little further.
Mix 1 tbsp of cornflour with a little cold water and add to the pan.
Stir over the heat until thickened, season to taste, then transfer to a gravy boat and serve.
Enjoy!
Are you tempted to try Bakewell Oven Bags? Let me know if you do! You can read more on the Bakewell website. Or purchase via Amazon.
Are you looking forward to a fuss-free roast dinner using Bakewell oven bags?
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Healthier Roast Chicken with Mediterranean Veg Recipe
Ingredients
- 1.6 kg (3.53 lb) whole organic chicken
- 1 red onion cut into wedges
- 1 large (1) garlic bulb slightly crushed cloves
- 1 kg (2.2 lb) baby potatoes
- 1 handful fresh basil roughly torn
- 1 red bell pepper deseeded and cut into quarters
- 1 green bell pepper deseeded and cut into quarters
- 1 yellow pepper deseeded and cut into quarters
- 1 handful black olives drained
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp cornflour (cornstarch)
Instructions
Prepare the chicken and veg
- Pre-heat the oven to 180C/375F (160C fan). Place all of the vegetables, olive oil and herbs inside the Bakewell Oven Bag.
- Give them a good shake to ensure they're evenly coated.
- Place the chicken inside the bag on top of the vegetables and position on your roasting tray.
- Seal the bag with the provided tie and cut a small piece off one corner of the bag - this will allow steam to escape and ensure a tasty skin.
- Roast for approximately 80 minutes until well cooked. If you put a skewer into the thickest part of the meat, the juices should run clear (no pink tinge). If you have a meat thermometer it should read at least 165F (75C) at the thickest part of the meat.
- Allow the chicken to sit for 10 minutes, then cut open the bag. You can then lift the chicken out of the bag, taking care to drain the juices back into the bag.
- Lift the bag and tip the veg into a colander over a pan to catch the juices. You can then dish up the vegetables.
Make the gravy
- You can now use all of the lovely chicken and veg juices to make an amazing gravy. Place the pan over a medium heat. Add a little boiling water if you want to stretch the quantity a little further.
- Mix 1 tbsp of cornflour with a little cold water and add to the pan.
- Stir over the heat until thickened, season to taste, then transfer to a gravy boat and serve
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Samantha Buntain says
I am really impressed how good the bags are and how clean it is using Them
Emily Leary says
Yes! I love cooking with Bakewell bags - a delicious meal with less wqshing up and a clean oven too!
Donna W says
These are a great idea. A delicious healthy meal without lots of messy trays to clean up afterwards!
Emily Leary says
Absolutely! Have you tried it yet? Let me know!
Sheila Reeves @cakereev says
I'd never thought about putting the vegetables in with the chicken! Great one pot meal without the clean-up, looks delicious too.
Emily Leary says
This is such a tasty way to enjoy roast chicken, tasty vegetables and delicious gravy. Less washing up and a clean oven - what's not to love?
Karen Watt says
Wow these look. Such I good idea whole meal in one bag anazing
Emily Leary says
Thanks! The chicken stays so moist and the vegetables cook beautifully!
Cerys John says
This is inspired! Looks absolutely delicious!
Emily Leary says
Thank you :) I'm sorry for the delayed reply! This is such a tasty dish and it's now a firm favourite in our house!
chris bull says
I would never have thought to put veggies in the bag, fab tip, thank you :-)
Emily Leary says
I love using these Bakewell bags and both the chicken and the vegetables taste fab!
sabina coventry says
I would love to try these oven bags. would save on cleaning the oven that's for sure
Emily Leary says
Yes, the food cooks beautifully and as you say - no greasy oven to clean!
Hali Kinson says
The oven bags looks fantastic and a great idea, i definitely need to try these out, the juices and tastes all retained in the bag!
Emily Leary says
These Bakewell bags are great! The chicken remains so moist and the vegetables roast to perfection!
carol boffey says
great giveaway
Emily Leary says
Thanks :) I love using these Bakewell bags.
Kim Neville says
I think they are a great idea and keeps the meat nice and moist
Emily Leary says
Yes, these bags are a godsend! The meat and the vegetables all cook perfectly - less washing up and a clean oven!