Simple Slow Roast Chicken - A Flavorful and Tender Dish

Indulge in the delightful flavors of tender roasted chicken with this simple slow-roast chicken recipe. Marinated with aromatic herbs and spices, the chicken is slow-cooked to perfection, resulting in juicy meat and a crispy golden skin. This recipe requires minimal effort but offers maximum flavor. Serve it as a comforting weekday meal or as the centerpiece of a weekend feast.

Ingredients

• 1 whole chicken (approximately 4-5 pounds)
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 tablespoon minced garlic
• 1 tablespoon chopped fresh thyme
• 1 tablespoon chopped fresh rosemary
• 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
• 2 teaspoons salt
• 1 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 lemon, halved
• 1 onion, quartered
• 2 carrots, chopped
• 2 celery stalks, chopped
• 1 cup chicken broth

Directions

1. Preheat your oven to 300°F (150°C).
2. Rinse the chicken under running water and pat it dry with paper towels.
3. In a small bowl, combine the olive oil, minced garlic, chopped thyme, rosemary, parsley, salt, and black pepper.
4. Rub the spice mixture all over the chicken, ensuring it covers both the outside and inside of the bird.
5. Stuff the cavity of the chicken with the halved lemon, quartered onion, chopped carrots, and celery stalks.
6. Place the chicken in a roasting pan or baking dish, breast side up.
7. Pour the chicken broth into the pan, around the chicken.
8. Cover the pan tightly with aluminum foil.
9. Place the pan in the preheated oven and roast the chicken for 2 hours.
10. After 2 hours, remove the foil and continue roasting for an additional 30 minutes.
11. Increase the oven temperature to 425°F (220°C) and roast for another 15 minutes, or until the skin becomes crispy and golden.
12. To check if the chicken is cooked thoroughly, insert a meat thermometer into the thickest part of the thigh. It should read 165°F (74°C) when done.
13. Once cooked, remove the chicken from the oven and let it rest for 10-15 minutes before carving.
14. Serve the slow-roast chicken with roasted vegetables or your favorite side dishes. Enjoy!

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