Lemon Roasted Chicken
A comforting and flavorful Lemon Roasted Chicken infused with zesty lemon and aromatic herbs, perfect for family gatherings.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 75 minutes
- Total Time: 90 minutes
- Yield: 4-6 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Paleo
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 whole chicken (about 4–5 lbs)
- 2 lemons (juiced and zested)
- 4 cloves garlic (minced)
- 4 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon fresh rosemary (chopped)
- 1 tablespoon fresh thyme (chopped)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 onion (cut into quarters)
- 1 cup chicken broth
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
- In a bowl, mix the lemon juice, lemon zest, minced garlic, olive oil, rosemary, thyme, salt, and pepper.
- Place the chicken in a roasting pan and rub the lemon mixture all over the chicken.
- Stuff the onion quarters inside the chicken.
- Pour the chicken broth into the bottom of the roasting pan.
- Roast for 1 hour and 15 minutes or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C).
- Let the chicken rest for 10 minutes before carving, then slice, serve, and enjoy!
Notes
Pair with roasted vegetables, creamy mashed potatoes, or a fresh salad. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days or freeze for a month.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 95mg
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