Succulent Herb-Roasted Chicken with Lemon Zest

Ingredients

- 1 whole chicken (about 4 pounds)
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh rosemary, chopped
- 1 tablespoon fresh thyme, chopped
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
- Zest of 1 lemon
- Juice of 1 lemon
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 1 lemon, quartered
- 1 onion, quartered
- 4 sprigs of rosemary, whole

Instructions

1. Prepare the Chicken
Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Remove the chicken from the refrigerator and pat it dry with paper towels. This will help to achieve a crispy skin.

2. Season the Chicken
In a small bowl, combine olive oil, minced garlic, chopped rosemary, thyme, parsley, lemon zest, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper. Mix well.

3. Apply the Marinade
Gently lift the skin over the breast of the chicken, being careful not to tear it. Rub half of the herb mixture under the skin, directly onto the meat, and the remaining mixture over the entire chicken, ensuring even coverage.

4. Stuff the Chicken
Stuff the cavity of the chicken with the quartered lemon, onion, and rosemary sprigs.

5. Roast the Chicken
Place the chicken, breast side up, on a rack in a roasting pan. Roast in the preheated oven for about 1 hour and 15 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C), and the juices run clear when you pierce the thigh.

6. Rest and Serve
Once done, remove the chicken from the oven, cover loosely with aluminum foil, and let it rest for 10 minutes. This allows the juices to redistribute, keeping the meat moist and flavorful.

7. Carve and Enjoy
Carve the chicken and serve it with the pan juices and roasted lemon and onion pieces for added flavor.

Preparation & Cooking Times

- Preparation Time: PT15M
15 minutes

- Cooking Time: PT1H15M
1 hour 15 minutes

Total Time

- PT1H30M
1 hour 30 minutes

Type of Dish

- Dinner

Keywords

- Herb-Roasted Chicken
- Lemon Chicken
- Oven Roasted
- Whole Chicken Recipe
- Easy Roast Chicken
- Dinner Recipe
- Family Meal
- Sunday Roast
- Garlic Chicken
- Roast Dinner

Recipe Yield

- Serves 4 adults

Calories

- 2400 calories total

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