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Garlic Herb Butter Roasted Chicken

Garlic Herb Butter Roasted Chicken for a Cozy Dinner Night

This Garlic Herb Butter Roasted Chicken is the perfect comfort food, bringing rich flavors and simplicity to your dinner table.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Resting Time 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 1 whole Organic free-range chicken Choose for maximum flavor and juiciness.
  • 2 tablespoons Olive oil Opt for extra virgin for fresh taste.
  • 4 tablespoons Melted unsalted butter Fosters crispy skin.
  • 4 tablespoons Softened unsalted butter Easy to spread under the skin.
For the Flavoring
  • 5 cloves Garlic Minced.
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon zest Provides bright citrus notes.
  • 2 tablespoons Lemon juice Freshly squeezed.
  • 1/4 cup Parsley Adds color and flavor.
  • 1 tablespoon Rosemary
  • 1 tablespoon Thyme
  • 1 teaspoon Paprika Optional.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 1 teaspoon Pepper Freshly cracked.
For Stuffing
  • 1 head Garlic Halved.
  • 1 whole Lemon Quartered.
  • 1 handful Herb sprigs Use any leftover fresh herbs.

Equipment

  • Roasting pan
  • Mixing Bowl
  • meat thermometer

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
  2. Rinse the whole chicken under cold water and pat it dry thoroughly.
  3. Combine olive oil, melted butter, and lemon juice in a bowl, then pour over the chicken, rubbing it under the skin.
  4. Mix softened butter with minced garlic, rosemary, thyme, lemon zest, and paprika, then rub it all over the chicken.
  5. Stuff the chicken's cavity with the halved garlic head, quartered lemon, and herb sprigs.
  6. Roast the chicken for about 1 hour and 15-25 minutes, basting halfway through.
  7. Broil the chicken for an extra crispy finish during the last 2-3 minutes.
  8. Let the chicken rest for about 15 minutes before carving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 2gProtein: 50gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 11gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 900mgPotassium: 500mgVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Use a high-quality organic chicken for the best flavor. Pat the chicken dry for crispy skin.

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