Description
Juicy roasted chicken flavored with lemon and herbs. A simple yet flavorful dish perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 whole chicken (3–4 lbs)
- 2 lemons (sliced)
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp fresh rosemary (chopped)
- 1 tbsp fresh thyme (chopped)
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Pat the chicken dry with paper towels.
- Rub olive oil all over the chicken.
- Sprinkle salt, pepper, rosemary, and thyme evenly.
- Stuff the cavity with lemon slices and minced garlic.
- Place chicken in a roasting pan breast-side up.
- Roast for 1 hour 15 minutes or until internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
- Let rest for 10 minutes before carving.
Notes
- Use a meat thermometer for accurate doneness.
- Letting the chicken rest ensures juiciness.
- Adjust herbs to your preference.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 chicken
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
Keywords: lemon herb roasted chicken, easy chicken recipe, roasted chicken