Lemon Herb Roasted Chicken
Golden, juicy, and utterly show-stopping.
A perfectly roasted chicken is one of life's greatest pleasures. Lemon and herbs make it sing.
Ingredients
- 1 large whole chicken (about 2kg)
- 2 whole lemon
- 6 sprigs fresh thyme
- 4 sprigs fresh rosemary
- 1 head garlic (halved)
- 50 g butter (softened)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
The Sunday Classic
There is nothing — and I mean nothing — like the smell of a chicken roasting in the oven. It fills your whole home with that warm, herby, lemony perfume that just says "something wonderful is happening."
This is my go-to recipe. Simple, unfussy, and absolutely perfect every single time.
The Method
Pat the chicken dry (this is crucial for crispy skin!). Mix softened butter with chopped thyme, rosemary, salt, and pepper. Rub it all over and under the skin.
Stuff the cavit
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