Description
Lemon Herb Roasted Chicken is a succulent dish bursting with zesty flavor and infused with aromatic herbs. Perfect for family gatherings or special occasions, this recipe guarantees satisfaction at every bite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 whole chicken (4–5 pounds)
- 2 fresh lemons
- Fresh rosemary
- Fresh thyme
- Garlic cloves
- Olive oil
- Salt & pepper
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Pat chicken dry and season inside and out with salt and pepper.
- Zest and juice the lemons; mix zest, minced garlic, chopped herbs, olive oil, and lemon juice in a bowl.
- Rub the herb mixture over the chicken, then stuff the cavity with halved lemons and herb sprigs.
- Place chicken breast side up in a roasting pan and roast for about 1 hour or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C). Baste occasionally for moisture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece of chicken (approximately 170g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 1g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
Keywords: - Experiment with different herbs like oregano or basil. - Add vegetables such as carrots and potatoes to the roasting pan for a complete meal. - Allow the chicken to rest before slicing to ensure juiciness.