Perfect Roast Chicken Dinner With Lemon, Garlic And

Name: Perfect Roast Chicken Dinner With Lemon, Garlic And Herbs
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 (5 lb) organic free-range roasting chickens; kosher salt; fresh ground black pepper; 1 bunch fresh thyme; 1 sprig fresh rosemary (or 3 sprigs fresh tarragon); 2 lemons, quartered; 3 garlic cloves, peeled and finely minced; 3 tablespoons butter, melted; 2 -3 medium onions, quartered; 1 stalk celery & leaves, chopped; 8 medium organic carrots, cut into 2-inch chunks; 3 medium potatoes, peeled and quartered; 2 -3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil

Servings: persons

1 (5 lb) organic free-range roasting chickens
kosher salt
fresh ground black pepper
1 bunch fresh thyme
1 sprig fresh rosemary (or 3 sprigs fresh tarragon)
2 lemons, quartered
3 garlic cloves, peeled and finely minced
3 tablespoons butter, melted
2 -3 medium onions, quartered
1 stalk celery & leaves, chopped
8 medium organic carrots, cut into 2-inch chunks
3 medium potatoes, peeled and quartered
2 -3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil

1
Place the cooking rack about 6 inches from the bottom of the oven, and preheat oven to 425 degrees F.
2
Remove the chicken giblets, and any feathers or extra fat; rinse the chicken inside and out with cold running water and pat dry.
3
Generously salt and pepper the chicken, inside and out.
4
Stuff the cavity with sprigs of thyme and rosemary (or tarragon), quartered lemons, and garlic.
5
Place chicken breast side up into a large Dutch oven or Le Creuset pan, tucking legs together (tie legs together with string, if necessary) and tucking the wing tips under the body of the chicken.
6
Brush outside of chicken with melted butter, and sprinkle generously with additional salt and pepper.
7
Place onions, celery, carrots, and potatoes evenly around the chicken; drizzle with olive oil and toss gently to coat.
8
Roast the chicken for about 45 minutes, or until chicken is nicely browned.
9
When chicken has browned, cover loosely with aluminum foil and continue to roast for an additional 45 minutes (for a 1 1/2 hours cooking time), or until juices run clear when you cut between a leg and thigh.
10
Remove chicken and vegetables from oven to a platter and cover with aluminum foil; let rest for 20 minutes.
11
Before serving, remove the herb stuffing from inside the bird, discard.
12
Slice the roast chicken, and serve with the vegetables.
13
This is a great Sunday dinner to be enjoyed with a good bottle of wine and a buttered baguette or fresh baked rolls.
14
Bon appetit!

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Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 (5 lb) organic free-range roasting chickens, kosher salt, fresh ground black pepper, 1 bunch fresh thyme, and more.

Yes, Perfect Roast Chicken Dinner With Lemon, Garlic And Herbs falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Perfect Roast Chicken Dinner With Lemon, Garlic And Herbs

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