Roasting the veggies under the chicken gives them a delicious depth of flavor. I hope you enjoy our family favorite, Roast Chicken and Carrots with Mashed Cauliflower.
Place carrots and cauliflower on either side of a deep roasting pan. Top with onion and garlic and sprinkle with some seasoning.
Stuff chicken(s) with half an onion. Rub seasoning under skin of chicken and place chicken breast-side DOWN on top of the veggies.
Tightly cover with foil and bake at 375 degrees (bake according to chicken size, this website has a handy calculator that I like to reference). About 30 minutes before chicken is done, remove the foil. If desired, about 15 minutes before chicken is done flip the bird(s) over so skin will brown on breast side as well. (You could also turn on the broiler for a minute - but don't walk away to check on the baby like I did).
When chicken is done, remove it from tray and set aside to rest (about 15 minutes). Scoop cauliflower out into a bowl or container to mash. Mash with either a potato masher or immersion blender (I used the immersion blender) until you reach desired consistency.
Serve and enjoy!
Notes
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