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Lemon Garlic Roasted Chicken

Prep: 20 min Cook: 1 hr 30 min Total: 1 hr 50 min
French Non-Specific Main Course
Juicy roasted chicken with lemon, garlic, and herbs.

Ingredients

  • 1 cup Whole chicken
  • ½ cup Lemon juice
  • ¼ cup Olive oil
  • 4 tablespoon Garlic cloves
  • 2 teaspoon Salt
  • 1 teaspoon Black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon Rosemary
  • 1 tablespoon Thyme
  • 1 teaspoon Paprika
  • ¼ cup Butter

Directions

  1. 1

    Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).

  2. 2

    Pat dry the chicken with paper towels.

  3. 3

    Rub the chicken with lemon juice and olive oil.

  4. 4

    Season generously with salt, black pepper, paprika, rosemary, and thyme.

  5. 5

    Stuff the cavity with garlic cloves and additional herbs.

  6. 6

    Place the chicken in a roasting pan and spread butter over the skin.

  7. 7

    Roast for about 1.5 hours, basting occasionally with pan juices.

  8. 8

    Check internal temperature (should be 165°F at thickest part).

  9. 9

    Let the chicken rest for 10-15 minutes before carving.

  10. 10

    Serve warm and enjoy.

Reviews & Comments

4.5
(2 reviews)
hcvaughn
Mar 14, 2025 9:34 AM
home_cook
Mar 14, 2025 9:34 AM