Marinated Roast Chicken with Potato and Cabbage Salad**!
### Ingredients:
#### For the Chicken Marinade:
- **1/4 cup (60ml)** vegetable oil
- **1/4 cup (60ml)** water
- **2 tsp** salt
- **1 tbsp** dried garlic
- **2 tbsp** paprika
- **1 tsp** black pepper
- **2 tbsp** tomato paste
#### For the Roast Chicken:
- **1 whole chicken** (about 4 lbs/1.8 kg)
- **1 tbsp** olive oil (for roasting)
- **Fresh herbs** (such as rosemary or thyme)
#### For the Potato and Cabbage Salad:
- **4 medium potatoes**, peeled and boiled
- **1/2 small cabbage**, finely shredded
- **2 tbsp** olive oil
- **1 tbsp** vinegar (white wine or apple cider)
- **Salt and pepper** to taste
- **1/2 red onion**, finely chopped
- **Fresh parsley**, chopped (optional)
### Instructions:
1. **Prepare the Marinade**: In a bowl, mix together the vegetable oil, water, salt, dried garlic, paprika, black pepper, and tomato paste. Whisk until smooth.
2. **Marinate the Chicken**: Place the whole chicken in a resealable plastic bag or shallow dish. Pour the marinade over the chicken, ensuring it’s fully coated. Seal or cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, preferably overnight, to allow the flavors to penetrate.
3. **Preheat the Oven**: Preheat your oven to **375°F (190°C)**.
4. **Roast the Chicken**: Remove the chicken from the marinade and place it on a roasting pan. Rub the chicken with olive oil and season with fresh herbs. Roast for about **1.5 hours**, or until the internal temperature reaches **165°F (74°C)**, basting occasionally with its own juices.
5. **Make the Potato and Cabbage Salad**: While the chicken roasts, boil the potatoes in salted water until tender, about 15 minutes. Drain and let them cool slightly before cutting them into cubes.
6. **Assemble the Salad**: In a large bowl, combine the boiled potatoes, shredded cabbage, olive oil, vinegar, red onion, salt, and pepper. Toss well to combine. If desired, garnish with fresh parsley.
7. **Serve**: Once the chicken is roasted, carve and serve alongside the potato and cabbage salad for a wholesome meal.
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