Delicious Lemon Roasted Chicken Recipe

This lemon roasted chicken is a perfect blend of tangy lemon and savory herbs, resulting in a juicy and flavorful main dish. The chicken is marinated in a lemon herb mixture, then roasted to perfection in the oven. It is an easy and impressive recipe that is perfect for a Sunday dinner or special occasion.

Ingredients

• 1 whole chicken (about 4-5 pounds)
• 2 lemons, sliced
• 4 cloves of garlic, minced
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper

Directions

1. Preheat the oven to 400°F.
2. In a small bowl, mix together the minced garlic, olive oil, thyme, rosemary, salt, and pepper.
3. Pat the chicken dry with paper towels. Rub the garlic mixture all over the chicken, including under the skin.
4. Place the sliced lemons inside the cavity of the chicken.
5. Tie the legs together with kitchen twine and tuck the wings under the body.
6. Place the chicken on a roasting pan and roast in the preheated oven for about 1 hour or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F.
7. Let the chicken rest for 10 minutes before carving.
8. Serve the lemon roasted chicken with the pan juices and lemon slices.

Interesting Facts