Ingredients
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- 1 whole chicken
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 lemons (zested and juiced)
- 4 garlic cloves (minced)
- 2 teaspoons salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- Fresh herbs (like thyme or rosemary) for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a small bowl, combine olive oil, lemon zest, lemon juice, garlic, salt, pepper, and paprika.
- Pat the chicken dry with paper towels and rub the seasoning mixture all over, including under the skin.
- Place the chicken in a roasting pan and garnish with fresh herbs.
- Roast in the preheated oven for about 75 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
- Let the chicken rest for 10 minutes before carving and serving.
Notes
Consider brining the chicken for extra juiciness and use a meat thermometer to check for doneness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 75 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 50g
- Cholesterol: 120mg