For the roast chicken:

• 1 whole chicken (4–5 pounds)
• 2 tablespoons butter, melted
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 onion, quartered
• 2 cloves garlic, smashed

For the mashed potatoes:

• 2 1/2 pounds russet potatoes, peeled and cubed
• 1/2 cup whole milk
• 1/4 cup butter
• Salt and pepper, to taste

For the buttered noodles:

• 8 oz egg noodles
• 2 tablespoons butter
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• Chopped fresh parsley for garnish (optional)

For the sweet corn:

• 2 cups frozen or fresh corn kernels
• 1 tablespoon butter
• 1 teaspoon sugar
• Salt, to taste

For the country gravy:

• 2 tablespoons butter
• 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• 1 1/2 cups chicken broth
• 1/2 cup milk
• Salt and pepper, to taste