Lemon Herb Roast Chicken
A beautifully roasted chicken infused with zesty lemon and fragrant herbs that transforms any gathering into a celebration.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 75 minutes
- Total Time: 90 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: None
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 whole chicken
- 2 lemons, juiced
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons fresh rosemary, chopped
- 2 tablespoons fresh thyme, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Mix together lemon juice, olive oil, garlic, rosemary, thyme, salt, and pepper in a bowl.
- Rub the herb mixture all over the chicken, ensuring to get under the skin.
- Place the coated chicken in a roasting pan.
- Roast for about 1 hour and 15 minutes until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).
- Let the chicken rest for 10 minutes before carving.
Notes
For best results, let the chicken sit at room temperature before roasting. Fresh herbs enhance the flavor significantly.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 460mg
- Fat: 26g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
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