Description
A flavorful and juicy roast chicken infused with lemon and herbs, served with delicious pan juices.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 whole chicken (about 4–5 lbs)
- 2 lemons, halved
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 2 tablespoons fresh rosemary, chopped
- 2 tablespoons fresh thyme, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 cup chicken broth
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C).
- In a bowl, mix olive oil, garlic, rosemary, thyme, salt, and pepper.
- Rub the mixture all over the chicken, including under the skin.
- Stuff the chicken cavity with lemon halves.
- Place the chicken in a roasting pan and pour chicken broth around it.
- Roast in the preheated oven for about 1 hour and 15 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).
- Let the chicken rest for 10-15 minutes before carving.
- Serve with pan juices drizzled over the top.
Notes
- For extra flavor, marinate the chicken overnight.
- Use fresh herbs for the best taste.
- Adjust cooking time based on the size of the chicken.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/6 of chicken
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg