
Crispy Roasted Chicken with Herb Butter
A flavorful and juicy roast chicken recipe, perfect for a weeknight dinner or a special occasion. This recipe uses a simple herb butter for extra flavor and a crispy skin.
Equipment Needed
- Instant-read Thermometer
- Roasting Pan
Ingredients
- 1.00 pieceWhole Chicken (4-5 lbs)(Remove giblets.)
- 2.00 tablespoonsOlive Oil
- 4.00 clovesGarlic(Minced)
- 2.00 tablespoonsFresh Thyme(Chopped)
- 2.00 tablespoonsFresh Rosemary(Chopped)
- 2.00 teaspoonsSalt(Kosher)
- 1.00 teaspoonsBlack Pepper(Freshly ground)
- 1.00 pieceLemon(Sliced)
Instructions
Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
Estimated time: 5 minutes
Pat chicken dry with paper towels.
Estimated time: 5 minutes
In a small bowl, combine olive oil, minced garlic, thyme, rosemary, salt, and pepper.
Estimated time: 5 minutes
Place chicken in a roasting pan.
Estimated time: 2 minutes
Rub herb butter mixture all over the chicken.
Estimated time: 5 minutes
Place lemon slices inside the cavity of the chicken.
Estimated time: 2 minutes
Roast for 60-75 minutes, or until internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
Estimated time: 60 minutes
Let rest for 10 minutes before carving.
Estimated time: 10 minutes
Serve hot.
Estimated time: 2 minutes
Garnish with fresh herbs if desired.
Estimated time: 2 minutes