Description
A flavorful and juicy lemon garlic roasted chicken recipe that’s easy to prepare and perfect for family dinners.
Ingredients
- Whole Chicken: A 3-4 lbs whole chicken, preferably organic, for the best flavor.
- Fresh Lemons: The juice and zest of 2 lemons, providing a zesty tang.
- Garlic: 6 cloves of minced garlic for a robust aroma.
- Olive Oil: 1/4 cup to help the skin crisp up perfectly.
- Fresh Herbs: 2 sprigs each of rosemary and thyme, chopped for added herbal notes.
- Salt: 1 teaspoon for seasoning.
- Pepper: 1/2 teaspoon for a touch of spice.
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Prepare a roasting pan by lightly greasing it with olive oil.
- In a bowl, whisk together the lemon juice, olive oil, minced garlic, rosemary, thyme, salt, and pepper.
- Place the chicken in the roasting pan and use the mixture to rub both under and over the skin. Make sure to get some garlic and herbs into the cavity of the chicken.
- Stuff the cavity with lemon halves and a few sprigs of herbs for extra flavor.
- Roast the chicken in the preheated oven for 1 hour and 15 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
- Let the chicken rest for 10-15 minutes before carving to allow the juices to redistribute.
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh herbs and lemon slices, if desired.
Notes
- Marinate Overnight: For even more flavorful chicken, consider marinating the chicken overnight in the lemon garlic mixture.
- Use a Meat Thermometer: To ensure perfectly cooked chicken, use a meat thermometer to check the internal temperature at the thickest part of the chicken.
- Let it Rest: Allow the chicken to rest after cooking to keep the meat juicy and tender.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Oven Roasting
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 1g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
Keywords: Lemon, Garlic, Roasted Chicken