Gather your loved ones around the table and celebrate the joy of cooking and togetherness with our family-favorite recipe, Lemon Garlic Roasted Chicken. This dish brings a burst of flavor and an inviting aroma that will fill your home with warmth and anticipation. Whether you’re cooking for a special occasion or simply to make an ordinary day extraordinary, this recipe is a beautiful blend of simplicity and elegance.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 50 minutes
- Servings: 6-8
- Skill Level: Easy
- 1 whole chicken (4-5 lbs)
- 1 large lemon, quartered
- 8 cloves of garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 teaspoons salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
- 1 cup chicken broth
- Fresh herbs (parsley or thyme) for garnish
- Additional lemon slices for garnish
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Remove any giblets from the chicken cavity and pat the chicken dry with paper towels.
- In a small bowl, mix together the olive oil, minced garlic, salt, pepper, thyme, and rosemary.
- Rub the garlic and olive oil mixture all over the chicken, including under the skin and inside the cavity.
- Place the quartered lemon pieces inside the chicken cavity and tie the legs together with kitchen twine. Tuck the wings under the body of the chicken.
- Place the chicken breast-side up on a roasting pan or baking dish. Pour the chicken broth into the pan.
- Roast the chicken in the preheated oven for about 1 hour and 30 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C) and the skin is golden brown and crispy.
- Let the chicken rest for about 10 minutes before carving. Garnish with fresh herbs and additional lemon slices.
- For an extra crispy skin, season the chicken with salt and let it sit uncovered in the refrigerator for a few hours before roasting.
- Substitute fresh herbs if available for an even more aromatic result.
- Try adding quartered onions and carrots to the bottom of the roasting pan for a delicious vegetable side dish.
- Store any leftover chicken in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- You can also freeze the cooked chicken for up to 3 months. Thaw in the refrigerator before reheating.
- Serve with mashed potatoes, roasted vegetables, or a fresh green salad.
- Pair with a crisp white wine like Sauvignon Blanc or a light red wine like Pinot Noir for a delightful meal.
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