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Garlic Herb Butter Roasted Chicken

Garlic Herb Butter Roasted Chicken - Juicy, Flavorful Delight

Experience the savory delight of Garlic Herb Butter Roasted Chicken, an aromatic dish bursting with flavor.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Resting Time 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 50 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 1 whole Chicken Choose organic free-range for superior flavor.
  • 1/2 cup Unsalted Butter Melted
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Extra virgin is best.
For the Flavor
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon Zest Fresh lemons elevate the taste.
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon Juice
  • 6 cloves Garlic Minced, plus a halved head for stuffing.
  • 1 teaspoon Paprika Optional.
For the Herbs
  • 1/4 cup Parsley Fresh, chopped.
  • 1 sprig Rosemary Tied for stuffing.
  • 1 sprig Thyme Tied for stuffing.
For Seasoning
  • to taste Salt Season generously.
  • to taste Pepper Season generously.
  • 1 quarter Lemon Quartered, for stuffing.

Equipment

  • roasting pan
  • Small bowl
  • Meat Thermometer

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and prepare a roasting pan with olive oil.
  2. Gently rinse the whole chicken under cold water and pat dry with paper towels.
  3. In a small bowl, combine olive oil, melted unsalted butter, and lemon juice, then coat the chicken.
  4. Mix softened unsalted butter with minced garlic, chopped rosemary, thyme, and paprika for the rub.
  5. Stuff the cavity of the chicken with the halved garlic head, sprigs of rosemary and thyme, and quartered lemon.
  6. Roast the chicken in the prepared pan for 1 to 1.25 hours or until golden brown.
  7. Broil for 2-3 minutes for extra crispiness.
  8. Let the chicken rest for 15 minutes before carving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 2gProtein: 34gFat: 35gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 20gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 450mgVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

For best results, ensure the chicken is dry before seasoning and consider using a meat thermometer for perfect cooking.

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