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Classic Lemon Garlic Roasted Chicken

Classic Lemon Garlic Roasted Chicken

A fragrant and flavorful chicken with bright citrus, fresh herbs, and a crispy golden skin. Perfect for family dinners or special occasions.

Ingredients- 1 whole chicken (about –5 pounds / 1.–2.3 kg), patted dry-2 lemons, halved

-6 cloves garlic, smashed

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme or 1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves
  • 1 teaspoon dried rosemary or1 tablespoon fresh rosemary leaves
  • 1 cup chicken broth or (optional for basting)
  • Fresh herbs for garnish (optional### Instructions
  1. Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C). Position a in center of the.
  2. In a small bowl combine olive oil, salt, pepper thyme and rosemary.
    . Rub the all over with the olive oil mixture, including under the skin where possible for maximum flavor.
    4.queeze lemon half over chicken, then both halves and the remaining lemon halves inside the cavity along with a few garlic cloves.
  3. Scatter remaining garlic cloves the in the roasting pan.
  4. Place the in a roasting pan breast-side up If desired, add 1 cup of broth or water to the pan to keep the drippings and to create light pan sauce7. Roast for minutes, then reduce the oven temperature to 375°F (190°C) and continue roasting until the internal temperature reaches165°F (74°C) in the thickest part of the thigh, about –75 minutes.aste with pan juices halfway through if you have extra liquid in the pan.
  5. When done, remove the chicken from the oven and let rest 10–15 minutes before carving. Squeeze the remaining lemon over the carved meat for a bright finish.
  6. Car and serve with pan juices or a pan sauce. Garnish with fresh herbs if desired.

Tips variations- extra crispy skin, dry the chicken thoroughly and-dry uncovered in the fridge for a few before roasting.

  • Add vegetables to the roasting pan (carrots onions, potatoes) for a one-pan meal; them with a of oil salt, and pepper.
  • Substitute orange or lime for a different citrus profile### Serving size
  • Serves4–6, depending on portion size.

Nutrition estimate (per serving, approximate- Calories:320–420

  • Protein: 28 g
  • Fat 20 g- Carbohydrates: 2 g
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