Lemon Paprika Roasted Chicken Dinner

Ingredients

- 1 whole chicken (about 4 pounds)
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 lemon, zested and juiced

Instructions

1. Preheat the Oven
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

2. Prepare the Chicken
- Pat the chicken dry with paper towels to ensure crisp skin.
- In a small bowl, combine the minced garlic, olive oil, salt, black pepper, paprika, lemon zest, and lemon juice to form a paste.

3. Season the Chicken
- Gently loosen the skin over the chicken breasts by sliding your fingers underneath, being careful not to tear it.
- Spread half of the garlic and lemon paste directly onto the meat under the skin using a spoon or your hands for an even coating.
- Rub the remaining paste over the entire surface of the chicken, including the legs and wings.

4. Roast the Chicken
- Place the prepared chicken on a roasting rack in a baking pan, breast side up.
- Roast in the preheated oven for about PT1H20M (1 hour and 20 minutes) or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C) in the thickest part of the breast.

5. Rest the Chicken
- Remove the chicken from the oven and transfer it to a cutting board.
- Let the chicken rest for PT10M (10 minutes) before carving. This rest period will allow the juices to redistribute, ensuring a moist, flavorful chicken.

6. Serve
- Carve the chicken and arrange the pieces on a serving platter.
- Optionally, garnish with fresh lemon wedges for an extra citrus burst.

Total Time

PT1H30M
1 hour and 30 minutes

Type of Dish

Dinner

Keywords

Roasted chicken, lemon chicken, oven dinner, garlic chicken, paprika chicken, juicy roast, family dinner, poultry recipe, easy roasting, savory meal

Recipe Yield

Feeds 4 adults

Calories

Exact Total Calories: 3200 calories

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