Roast Chicken

This traditional roast chicken recipe makes meat that is tender and juicy, with skin that is crispy and a flavorful mix of garlic, lemon, and herbs. Its a great dish for a cozy family dinner or a special event.

Ingredients:

• 1 whole chicken about 4-5 pounds
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 lemon, halved
• 1 onion, quartered
• 2 sprigs fresh rosemary
• 2 sprigs fresh thyme

Instructions:

Preheat the oven to 425F 220C

Remove any giblets from the chicken cavity and pat dry with paper towels

Rub the chicken all over with olive oil, salt, pepper, and minced garlic

Squeeze the lemon halves over the chicken, then place them inside the cavity along with the onion quarters, rosemary, and thyme sprigs

Tie the legs together with kitchen twine if desired

Place the chicken breast-side up in a roasting pan or oven-safe skillet

Roast the chicken in the preheated oven for about 1 hour to 1 hour 15 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165F 75C when measured with a meat thermometer inserted into the thickest part of the thigh without touching bone

Once cooked, remove the chicken from the oven and let it rest for 10-15 minutes before carving

Serve hot, garnished with fresh herbs if desired