Whole Roasted Italian Lemon-Herb Chicken Recipe

Name: Whole Roasted Italian Lemon-Herb Chicken
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 whole chicken (about 3 to 3-1/2 pounds); 2 teaspoons dried Italian seasoning; 1 teaspoon seasoning salt (can use more); 1/2 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper (can use more); 1/8 teaspoon mustard powder (can omit if desired); 2 teaspoons garlic powder; 3 tablespoons olive oil, divided; 2 tablespoons melted butter; 2 lemons, juice of, large whole; 1 small onion, cut into wedges; 1 lemon, sliced in half (can use 2 lemons)

Servings: persons

1 whole chicken (about 3 to 3-1/2 pounds)
2 teaspoons dried Italian seasoning
1 teaspoon seasoning salt (can use more)
1/2 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper (can use more)
1/8 teaspoon mustard powder (can omit if desired)
2 teaspoons garlic powder
3 tablespoons olive oil, divided
2 tablespoons melted butter
2 lemons, juice of, large whole
1 small onion, cut into wedges
1 lemon, sliced in half (can use 2 lemons)

1
In a small bowl combine the Italian seasoning with seasoned salt, black pepper, mustard powder and garlic powder.
2
Mix 2 tablespoons olive oil with 2 tablespoons melted butter and the juice of 2 whole lemons (you may save the lemon skins and add to the cavity of the chicken if desired or discard).
3
Wash the chicken thoroughly under cold water then pat dry.
4
Place the chicken onto a rack that is fitted into a greased baking pan.
5
Rub about 1 tablespoon or a little more of olive oil over the dry chicken.
6
Sprinkle the inside cavity of the chicken with about 1 teaspoon seasoning mix.
7
Place the lemon halves and onion inside the cavity (along with the lemon skins if desired).
8
Tie the legs together with cotton butcher's string.
9
Rub the outside of the chicken with the remaining spice mix (at this point you may cover the chicken with plastic wrap and refrigerate for up to 24 hours).
10
Drizzle the olive oil/lemon juice mixture over the top of the chicken.
11
Bake uncovered in a preheated 350 degree F oven to about 2 hours or until cooked thoroughly, basting several times with the pan juices.

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 whole chicken (about 3 to 3-1/2 pounds), 2 teaspoons dried Italian seasoning, 1 teaspoon seasoning salt (can use more), 1/2 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper (can use more), and more.

Yes, Whole Roasted Italian Lemon-Herb Chicken 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.

Whole Roasted Italian Lemon-Herb Chicken

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