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Easter Herb-Roasted Lemon Chicken

Easter Herb-Roasted Lemon Chicken for a Flavorful Feast

This Easter Herb-Roasted Lemon Chicken is a zesty, flavor-packed dish perfect for gatherings and family dinners.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Resting Time 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 50 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 1 Whole Chicken (3-4 lbs) Ensure it has plenty of skin.
For the Marinade
  • 3 Lemons Substitute with oranges or limes for a twist.
  • 1/4 cup Olive Oil Opt for extra virgin for enhanced flavor.
  • 4-5 Garlic Cloves Minced for bolder flavor.
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh Rosemary
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh Thyme
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh Parsley
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 1 teaspoon Black Pepper
For the Roasting Vegetables
  • 1 large Onion Can be swapped for shallots.
  • 2-3 medium Carrots Substitute with other root vegetables if desired.
  • 1 lb Potatoes Small or medium.

Equipment

  • Roasting pan
  • Mixing Bowl
  • meat thermometer
  • cutting board

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Pat the chicken dry with paper towels.
  2. Season the chicken inside and out with salt and black pepper.
  3. In a bowl, mix olive oil, minced garlic, chopped herbs, and juice/zest of 2 lemons to make the marinade.
  4. Rub the marinade all over the chicken and let it rest for 15 minutes.
  5. Chop onion, carrots, and potatoes into 1-inch pieces and toss with olive oil.
  6. Place the marinated chicken in a roasting pan and surround it with vegetables.
  7. Roast in the oven for about 1 hour and 20 minutes until golden brown and cooked through.
  8. Baste the chicken with pan juices halfway through cooking.
  9. Let the chicken rest for 10-15 minutes before carving.
  10. Slice the chicken and serve alongside roasted vegetables.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 35gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 25mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 2mg

Notes

This dish is perfect for festive meals and brings families together for quality time.

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