Description
A juicy and flavorful roast chicken infused with lemon and garlic, perfect for family dinners.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 whole chicken (4–5 lbs)
- 2 lemons, halved
- 1 head of garlic, halved
- 4 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh thyme for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Rub the chicken with olive oil, and season generously with salt and pepper.
- Stuff the cavity with lemon halves and garlic.
- Place the chicken in a roasting pan and roast for 1 hour 15 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
- Let the chicken rest for 10-15 minutes before carving.
- Garnish with fresh thyme and serve.
Notes
For extra flavor, you can brine the chicken overnight. Serve with roasted vegetables or a fresh salad.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 75 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 whole chicken
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 45g
- Cholesterol: 120mg