Make Name: Lemon Herb Roasted Chicken
Recipe Name: Lemon Herb Roasted Chicken
Ingredients:
- 1 whole chicken, about 4-5 lbs
- 2 lemons
- 4 cloves of garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons of olive oil
- 1 tablespoon of fresh rosemary, chopped
- 1 tablespoon of fresh thyme, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
Step by Step Guide:
1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
2. Rinse the chicken inside and out, then pat dry with paper towels.
3. In a small bowl, mix together the minced garlic, olive oil, chopped rosemary, chopped thyme, salt, and pepper.
4. Rub the herb mixture all over the chicken, making sure to get it under the skin as well.
5. Cut one lemon in half and squeeze the juice all over the chicken. Place the squeezed lemon halves inside the cavity of the chicken.
6. Slice the other lemon into rounds and place them on top of the chicken.
7. Place the chicken in a roasting pan and roast in the preheated oven for about 1 hour and 15 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C) and the skin is golden brown and crispy.
8. Remove the chicken from the oven and let it rest for about 10 minutes before carving.
9. Serve the lemon herb roasted chicken with your favorite sides and enjoy!