Description
A flavorful and aromatic Lemon Herb Chicken Roast that is perfect for a family dinner or a special gathering. This recipe produces a juicy and tender whole chicken infused with the zesty flavors of lemon and a blend of herbs.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 whole chicken (about 4 to 5 pounds)
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 lemons (1 sliced, 1 juiced)
- 4 garlic cloves (minced)
- 2 teaspoons salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 teaspoons dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon rosemary (chopped)
Additional Ingredients:
- 1 onion (quartered)
- 4 sprigs fresh thyme
- 4 sprigs fresh rosemary
- 4 carrots (peeled and cut into chunks)
- 3 celery stalks (cut into chunks)
- 1 cup chicken broth
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Prepare the Chicken: Pat the chicken dry and mix olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, salt, pepper, oregano, thyme, and rosemary. Rub the marinade all over the chicken.
- Stuff the Chicken: Fill the cavity with lemon slices, onion, and fresh herbs. Place carrots and celery in the roasting pan with chicken broth.
- Roast the Chicken: Roast for about 1 hour 20 minutes until internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C). Baste halfway through cooking.
- Rest and Serve: Let the chicken rest before carving and serving.
Notes
- Add baby potatoes for a complete meal.
- For crispier skin, broil for the last few minutes.
- Leftovers are great for sandwiches or soup.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 portion
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 130mg
