Description
A simple and delicious roast chicken recipe that is perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 whole chicken
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 whole lemon, halved
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- Fresh herbs (such as rosemary or thyme)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Pat the chicken dry with paper towels.
- Rub the olive oil all over the chicken and season generously with salt and pepper.
- Stuff the cavity with lemon halves, minced garlic, and herbs.
- Place chicken breast-side up in a roasting pan.
- Roast for about 1 hour, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).
- Let it rest for 10-15 minutes before carving and serving.
Notes
- For extra flavor, consider marinating the chicken overnight.
- This dish pairs well with roasted vegetables or a fresh salad.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 chicken
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg