When I was in culinary school at the CIA, I (and all my classmates) dreaded the Roasted Chicken Test. What is it? Just what it sounds like- roast the perfect chicken. For a chef under scrutiny, it's not an easy thing (more on that below). For the home chef, it's a breeze! This week's recipe for Mediterranean Roasted chicken is a "perfect" example of how easy, and delicious a roasted dinner can be.

In this ridiculously simple, yet oh-so-tasty meal, the fresh flavors of the Mediterranean- basil, garlic, rosemary, etc. come to life on chicken thighs and and when paired with sweet, succulent lemon-dill roasted radishes? OMG Heaven.

When I make this, I always do a double batch of the chicken as it's even better the next day served over salad. On many occasion, I've even caught my family noshing on it cold as a snack. This Mediterranean Roasted Chicken is fabulous to have on hand as a leftover for sure.

And the radishes? Well, you probably will want to make a double or even triple batch of them as well. At first, my family wrinkled their noses at the beautiful side dish, but after trying just one, they were hooked. (Get the recipe HERE) Definitely give this one a try- I promise you will NOT be disappointed.

Happy Cooking!
Stacey