Roasted Lemon Garlic Chicken

A golden, juicy whole chicken roasted with lemon, garlic and fresh herbs. The classic Sunday dinner that fills the house with a wonderful aroma.

Prep15 min
Cook1 hr 15 min
Total1 hr 30 min
Serves6
LevelMedium
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Roasted Lemon Garlic Chicken
Calories
420
Protein
38g
Carbs
3g
Fat
28g
Nutrition is an estimate per serving, calculated from the ingredients listed. Values vary by brand and portion size.

Instructions

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  1. Heat the oven to 425°F. Pat the chicken completely dry with paper towels, inside and out.
  2. Mix the butter, garlic, herbs, salt and pepper. Rub it all over the chicken and gently under the breast skin.
  3. Place the onion wedges in a roasting pan or large oven-safe skillet. Put the lemon halves inside the chicken and set the chicken on top of the onions, breast-side up.
  4. Roast for 1 hour 10 minutes to 1 hour 20 minutes, until the juices run clear and a thermometer in the thickest part of the thigh reads 165°F.
  5. Let the chicken rest for 15 minutes before carving. Spoon the pan juices over the slices.

Cook's tips

  • Tie the legs together with kitchen string for even cooking.
  • Save the bones to make a homemade chicken stock.