Ingredients
Scale
- 1 whole chicken (4–5 pounds)
- 2 lemons, halved
- 4 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh rosemary, chopped
- 1 tablespoon fresh thyme, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Pat the chicken dry with paper towels.
- Rub olive oil all over the chicken.
- Season the chicken with salt, pepper, garlic, rosemary, and thyme.
- Stuff the cavity with lemon halves.
- Place the chicken in a roasting pan.
- Roast for 1 hour and 15 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).
- Let it rest for 15 minutes before carving.
Notes
- You can add vegetables like carrots and potatoes to the pan for a complete meal.
- Marinate the chicken overnight for enhanced flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 chicken
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 0g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
Keywords: Lemon Herb Roast Chicken