Lemon Thyme Roast Chicken
A comforting, fragrant roast chicken infused with zesty lemon and fresh thyme, perfect for family gatherings.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 75 minutes
- Total Time: 90 minutes
- Yield: 4-6 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Paleo
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 whole chicken (about 4–5 lbs)
- 2 lemons, halved
- 4–5 sprigs of fresh thyme
- 4 cloves of garlic, smashed
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Rub the chicken with olive oil and season generously with salt and pepper, including inside the cavity.
- Stuff the cavity of the chicken with the lemon halves, thyme sprigs, and smashed garlic.
- Place the chicken in a roasting pan and roast for about 75 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
- Let the chicken rest for 10-15 minutes before carving.
- Carve the chicken and serve with the luscious pan juices.
Notes
Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat gently in the oven.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 330
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 23g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 4g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
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