The Connections Warren-Watchung Edition Dec 2019-Jan 2020

Herbed Lemon Chicken and Roasted Potatoes Try this quick prep dish for a dinner that is sure to be a hit. The leftovers reheat beautifully. Ingredients: For the Chicken: Roasting Pan 1/3 c olive oil 1/4 c dry white wine 10 cloves garlic, minced 1 t fresh oregano, minced 2 t fresh thyme, minced 3 T fresh rosemary, chopped 2 T fresh lemon juice 3 pounds bone-in chicken breasts or legs, skin on 1 lemon, cut into 6-8 wedges Salt & pepper to taste For the Potatoes: 9” x 13” Baking Dish 3 lbs red potatoes, quartered 3 T olive oil 3/4 tsp salt ¼ tsp pepper Directions: Preheat oven to 450° Chicken Prep: Heat the olive oil over medium heat, stir in garlic for one minute and remove from heat. Stir in wine, lemon, fresh herbs. Brush large roasting pan with olive oil. Place chicken in the pan skin side up; do not crowd the chicken. Pour the sauce over the chicken. Generously top with salt and pepper. Place lemon wedges around the chicken pieces. Potato Prep: Toss potatoes in olive oil, sprinkle with salt & pepper. Place potatoes in a 9” x 13” baking dish. Place roasting pan of chicken into the pre-heated oven to bake. After 10 minutes, add the tray of potatoes to the oven. Check potatoes after 30 minutes of baking and remove if done. At this time, the chicken will have been baking for 40 minutes. Check to see if it is fully cooked and the skin is browned. (Chicken breasts are fully cooked when they reach an internal temperature of 160°. Chicken legs need to reach 165°.) Depending on the size of the chicken pieces, the chicken may need to bake an additional 10 minutes. Serves 4-6. Course Main Author Submitted by: For more recipes like this or to submit yours, visit theconnectionsnj.com/category/recipes/ A PINCH OF Book your Party Today! Call 908.464.6414 www.fountainofyouthspanj.com Kid Spa Parties! • Organic Products - toxin-free/chemical-free • Snack included • Minimum 10 girls • FREE Spa T-Shirt for Birthday Girl In-home Parties Available Fountain of Youth Spa 438 Springfield Ave. Berkeley Heights, NJ EMAIL antoninamemoli @optimum.net The Fountain of Youth Spa Christmas Specials – One Stop Shopping for all your Holiday needs! • 25% OFF all Gift Certificates • 10% OFF Organic Skin Care Products (selected items only) • Discounted Organic Facials ALL PURCHASED GIFTS BEAUTIFULLY WRAPPED AT NO ADDITIONAL CHARGE Holiday Cheer theconnectionsnj.com HAI R / MAKEUP / FORMAL STYLES CORRECT IVE COLOR SPECIAL ISTS REDKEN • PUREOLOGY OLAPEX • MALIBU C • BROCATO 732.469.0019 165 Washington Valley Road Ext. • Warren, NJ www.FacesHaircuttersnj.com PAGE 22