Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of herb-roasted chicken, a dish that transforms an ordinary meal into a culinary masterpiece. The tender chicken, infused with fresh herbs and zesty lemon, is perfect for both weeknight dinners and special celebrations. In just over an hour, you’ll fill your home with irresistible aromas and impress your family and friends effortlessly!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 whole chicken (4–5 pounds)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 sprigs fresh rosemary
- 3 sprigs fresh thyme
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley
- 2 whole garlic bulbs, halved
- 1 lemon, cut into wedges
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Rinse the chicken under cold water and pat dry with paper towels. Season generously inside and out with salt and pepper.
- Loosely stuff the cavity of the chicken with rosemary, thyme, parsley, halved garlic bulbs, and lemon wedges.
- Drizzle olive oil over the chicken skin for even coverage.
- Place the chicken in a roasting pan; roast for about 1 hour and 15 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches at least 165°F (74°C).
- Let the chicken rest for 10-15 minutes before carving and serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 75 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 113g (1 piece)
- Calories: 260
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 85mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 0g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 90mg