Description
Summer Lemon Herb Roasted Chicken is a vibrant, flavorful dish that perfectly captures the essence of summer gatherings. With its crispy skin and zesty lemon-herb marinade, this succulent chicken will impress your guests and elevate any meal. Ideal for barbecues or family dinners, it pairs wonderfully with fresh vegetables or salads, creating a delightful culinary experience.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 whole chicken (4–5 lbs)
- 2 large lemons (juiced)
- 2 tbsp fresh thyme (chopped)
- 2 tbsp fresh rosemary (chopped)
- 5 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- seasonal vegetables (like carrots and potatoes) (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Place the chicken in a roasting pan and trim excess fat.
- In a bowl, whisk together lemon juice, garlic, thyme, rosemary, olive oil, salt, and pepper.
- Pour half of the marinade over the chicken, massaging it into the skin.
- If using vegetables, toss them in olive oil with salt and pepper; arrange around the chicken.
- Roast for about 1 hour and 15 minutes until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C), basting with reserved marinade occasionally.
- Let the chicken rest for 10 minutes before carving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 75 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece of chicken (100g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 0g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 85mg