Description
A simple and flavorful herb roasted chicken, perfect for a family dinner or special occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 whole chicken (about 4 lbs)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp chopped fresh rosemary
- 1 tbsp chopped fresh thyme
- 1 tbsp chopped fresh parsley
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1 lemon, halved
- 4 garlic cloves, crushed
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Rinse the chicken and pat it dry with paper towels.
- Rub the chicken with olive oil.
- Mix the herbs, salt, and pepper in a small bowl.
- Sprinkle the herb mixture evenly over the chicken.
- Place the lemon halves and garlic inside the chicken cavity.
- Roast the chicken for 90 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
- Remove from the oven and let it rest for 10 minutes before carving.
Notes
- Use fresh herbs for best flavor.
- Let the chicken rest to keep it juicy.
- Adjust cooking time based on chicken size.
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: 90 mins
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 chicken
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 110mg