Zesty Lemon Herb Roasted Chicken
Tender and succulent roasted chicken with a burst of zesty lemon and fragrant herbs. A perfect balance of flavors that will leave your taste buds craving for more.
ingredients
- 1 whole chicken (about 4 lbs)
- 2 lemons
- 2 tablespoons fresh rosemary, chopped
- 2 tablespoons fresh thyme leaves
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 onion, quartered
steps
- 1.
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- 2.
Rinse the chicken and pat it dry with paper towels.
- 3.
In a small bowl, combine the chopped rosemary, thyme, minced garlic, olive oil, salt, black pepper, and paprika.
- 4.
Cut one of the lemons in half and squeeze its juice into the herb mixture, then slice the other lemon into thin slices.
- 5.
Gently lift the skin of the chicken and spread a generous amount of the herb mixture underneath, distributing it as evenly as possible. Rub any remaining mixture over the top of the chicken.
- 6.
Stuff the quartered onion and lemon slices inside the chicken cavity.
- 7.
Transfer the chicken to a roasting pan and place it in the preheated oven.
- 8.
Roast for about 1 hour and 15 minutes, or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
- 9.
Baste the chicken with its juices every 20 minutes or so to ensure it stays moist and flavorful.
- 10.
Once cooked, remove the chicken from the oven and let it rest for 10 minutes before carving.
- 11.
Serve hot, garnished with fresh lemon slices and a sprinkle of fresh herbs.
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