Description
Roasted chicken is the ultimate comfort food, ideal for family gatherings or cozy weeknight dinners. With its crispy golden skin and juicy, flavorful meat, this dish brings nostalgia and warmth to your table. Infused with fresh herbs and zesty lemon, each bite is a delightful experience. Whether you’re a novice cook or an experienced chef, this recipe promises to impress your loved ones with its simplicity and deliciousness.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 whole chicken (4–5 lbs)
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tbsp fresh rosemary, chopped
- 2 tbsp fresh thyme, chopped
- 1 lemon, halved
- 4 garlic cloves, smashed
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Pat the chicken dry with paper towels and season generously inside and out with salt and pepper.
- Rub the olive oil over the chicken and squeeze lemon juice all over it. Place the used lemon halves, garlic cloves, and herbs inside the cavity.
- Roast the chicken breast-side up in a roasting pan for about 1 hour and 15 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches at least 165°F (75°C) in the thickest part of the thigh.
- Let it rest for 10-15 minutes before carving and serving with your favorite sides.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 75 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 75mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 0g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 100mg