Roast Chicken with Leeks

1. 1

   Preheat oven to 325F (160C)

2. 2

   Rinse and wipe chicken with paper towel.

3. 3

   Place breast-side down in a roasting pan.

4. 4

   Stuff cavity with lemon and garlic.

5. 5

   Slice leeks in half lengthwise.

6. 6

   Place cut-side down in roasting pan alongside chicken.

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   Sprinkle with salt and pepper.

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   Pour in 3/4 cup (175 mL) water (see Notes.)

9. 9

   Cover tightly.

10. 10

    Roast in preheated oven for 40 minutes.

11. 11

    Remove from oven and transfer leeks to a dish and keep warm.

12. 12

    Return chicken to oven.

13. 13

    Continue roasting, uncovered, for about 1-1/2 hours or until meat thermometer registers 180F (82C).

14. 14

    Remove chicken from oven.

15. 15

    Let stand for 5 minutes before carving.

16. 16

    Serve with leeks and any pan juices.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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