Lemon Rosemary Roasted Chicken

My lemon rosemary roasted chicken is incredibly juicy and flavorful. I spread a mixture of butter, herbs, and lemon both under and on top of the whole chicken's skin.

Additionally, I stuffed the chicken cavity with plenty of lemon wedges and fresh rosemary. It's super delicious and easy to make; simply prepare the chicken and let the oven work its magic. Perfect for a family dinner!

Lemon Rosemary Roasted Chicken

You can never go wrong at dinner when serving lemon rosemary chicken for your family, friends, and guests. The combination of lemon, garlic, and rosemary within the cavity of the whole chicken was SUPER delicious! This dish is a winner!

I used a whole 2kg chicken with bone and skin, actually bones and skin, give more flavour to the dish.

I stuffed the butter and herb mixture between the skin and the meat of the chicken and spread it on top of the skin as well. I also stuffed the chicken cavity with lemon wedges and fresh rosemary for extra flavour.

I also added some baby potatoes to the baking pan under the chicken, and they turned out incredibly delicious and flavorful, thanks to the chicken juices that dripped onto them.

I don't cover the chicken while roasting, allowing it to develop a crispy, golden-brown skin. Also when covering the chicken, the steam prevents the skin from crisping up and makes it soggy.

If you were wondering how long it would take to roast a whole chicken, my chicken was almost 2 kg, and I roasted it at 220C / 420F. It took exactly one hour. Please note that this time may vary slightly depending on your chicken size.

If your meat thermometer read is between 155F to 160F, the chicken is done.

Ingredients

Note: This is an overview of the ingredients. See the recipe card for full information on ingredients and quantities.

Chicken. I used 1 whole chicken that is almost 2 kg.

Lemon, wedges. I used them to stuff the chicken cavity for the tangy and zingy taste.

Fresh Rosemary. In terms of aroma and flavor, rosemary is one of the most aromatic and pungent herbs. I used it in the butter mixture and in the chicken cavity.

Onion and Garlic. I added garlic to the chicken cavity for flavor and the onion along with the potatoes in the pan around the chicken.

Chicken Broth. I added some chicken broth in the pan to help cook the chicken. You may use water instead.

Butter. I used unsalted butter to make the butter herb mixture.

Lemon Juice. Lemon juice helps in marinating the chicken by adding a sour, acidic, and tangy flavor.

Seasonings. To boost the flavor of this dish even more, I used salt, black pepper, fresh rosemary, and Italian spices, which may include the tone of ground herbs.

Potatoes (optional): I added some baby potatoes into the pan with the chicken.

Parsley (optional). Garnish your lemon rosemary chicken with chopped parsley before serving.

How to Make Lemon Rosemary Roasted Chicken

Preheat the oven to 220C / 420F.

One (Prepare the butter- mixture): In a medium bowl, combine minced garlic, melted butter, lemon juice, Italian spices, salt, black pepper and fresh rosemary.

Two (Prepare the chicken): Wash the chicken and pat it dry with a paper towel. Place lemon quarters, rosemary spring, and half of the peeled garlic cloves in the chicken cavity. Then Transfer the chicken to the baking pan.

Three: Gently separate the skin from the meat with your fingers to create a pocket where you insert your butter and herb mixture (keep some of the mixture for the outside).

Four: Tuck the chicken wings under it, then brush the chicken with the butter- mixture.

Five: Add onion wedges, chicken broth and the remaining garlic cloves and potatoes in the pan with the chicken.

Six: Put the pan in the oven and cook for about 1 hour or until the chicken is fully cooked.

Pro Tip: To ensure that the chicken is thoroughly cooked and safe to eat, insert a meat thermometer into the thickest part of the chicken. The recommended safe internal temperature should be 165°F (74°C).

Seven: Take the pan out of the oven and garnish with the chopped parsley, then serve.

Recipe Variations

• Add some fresh thyme to the cavity of the chicken for added flavor. It has an earthy flavor that will go well with the all the other ingredients.
• Feel free to garnish the chicken with some chopped dill or basil instead of parsley.
• You can also pair rosemary with sage before putting it inside the chicken cavity for extra flavor.
• You can replace the chicken broth with water if you like.

Serving Suggestions

Serve your lemon rosemary chicken with herb roasted potatoes to complete the meal. You can also serve it with spicy roasted cauliflower, spinach and potato salad or turmeric rice.

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