Juicy and Flavorful Roast Chicken
Ingredients Needed
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3 sprigs fresh thyme, chopped
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2 sprigs fresh rosemary, chopped
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2 cloves garlic, minced
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1 lemon, zested then halved
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1 teaspoon olive oil
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1 pinch sea salt and ground black pepper, or to taste
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1 (3 pound) whole chicken
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4 whole garlic cloves
Instructions
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Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C).
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In a small bowl, mix together thyme, rosemary, minced garlic, and lemon zest, then stir in olive oil. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
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Loosen the chicken skin from the meat around the breast and thighs. Rub the herb mixture directly onto the meat under the skin. Stuff the chicken cavity with half a lemon and whole garlic cloves. Place the chicken in a roasting pan and squeeze the remaining lemon evenly over the top.
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Roast in the preheated oven until the chicken is no longer pink at the bone and the juices run clear, about 1 hour 35 minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the thickest part of the thigh should read 180°F (82°C). Remove the chicken from the oven, cover with a double layer of aluminum foil, and let it rest for 10 minutes before slicing.
Nutritional Information (per serving)
| 450 | Calories |
| 27g | Fat |
| 5g | Carbs |
| 47g | Protein |
| Nutrition Facts | |
|---|---|
| Servings Per Recipe 4 | |
| Calories 450 | |
| % Daily Value * | |
| Total Fat 27g | 34% |
| Saturated Fat 7g | 37% |
| Cholesterol 145mg | 48% |
| Sodium 221mg | 10% |
| Total Carbohydrate 5g | 2% |
| Dietary Fiber 2g | 5% |
| Protein 47g | 93% |
| Vitamin C 23mg | 25% |
| Calcium 50mg | 4% |
| Iron 4mg | 21% |
| Potassium 466mg | 10% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.
(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.
Evaluation :
5/5