Garlic Herb Roasted Chicken
A delicious and aromatic roasted chicken infused with garlic and fresh herbs, perfect for family dinners.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 75 minutes
- Total Time: 90 minutes
- Yield: 4 to 6 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Paleo
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 whole chicken (about 4–5 pounds)
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon fresh rosemary, chopped
- 1 tablespoon fresh thyme, chopped
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Lemon wedges (for serving)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Rinse the chicken under cold water and pat it dry with paper towels.
- Combine minced garlic, olive oil, rosemary, thyme, parsley, salt, and pepper in a bowl.
- Rub the herb mixture all over the chicken, getting under the skin as well.
- Place the chicken on a roasting pan and stuff the cavity with lemon wedges.
- Roast in the oven for about 1 hour and 15 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
- Let the chicken rest for 10-15 minutes before carving.
- Serve the roasted chicken with your choice of sides.
Notes
For best flavor, use high-quality, organic chicken. Experiment with different herbs for customized flavors.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 0g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
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