Delicious and Flavorful Roast Chicken with Zesty Lemon, Garlic, and Fragrant Rosemary

This roast chicken recipe is a classic and perfect for a Sunday dinner or special occasion. The chicken is marinated with a zesty combination of lemon, garlic, and rosemary to infuse it with delicious flavors. The result is a tender and juicy roast chicken with crispy golden skin that will impress your guests. Serve it with roasted vegetables and enjoy a hearty and satisfying meal.

Ingredients

• 1 whole chicken (about 4-5 pounds)
• 4 cloves of garlic, minced
• 1 lemon, zested and juiced
• 2 tablespoons fresh rosemary, chopped
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 1 onion, quartered
• 4 sprigs of rosemary
• 4 cloves of garlic, smashed

Directions

1. Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C).
2. In a small bowl, mix together the minced garlic, lemon zest, lemon juice, chopped rosemary, olive oil, salt, and pepper to make a marinade.
3. Place the chicken in a large roasting pan and rub the marinade all over the chicken, including under the skin.
4. Stuff the chicken cavity with the quartered onion, sprigs of rosemary, and smashed garlic cloves.
5. Tie the chicken legs together with kitchen twine to hold its shape.
6. Roast the chicken in the preheated oven for about 1 hour and 30 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C) when tested with a meat thermometer.
7. Baste the chicken with the pan juices every 30 minutes to keep it moist and flavorful.
8. Once the chicken is cooked, remove it from the oven and let it rest for 10-15 minutes before carving.
9. Serve the roast chicken with the pan juices and roasted vegetables of your choice.

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