"Marrying the robust flavors of garlic with the earthy notes of fresh herbs, Garlic-Herb Whole Roasted Chicken is a dish that offers a symphony of flavors that delight the senses."
Garlic-Herb Whole Roasted Chicken
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Prep time 30mins
Cook time 1hr 30mins
Serves or Makes: 4
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ingredients
- 1 whole chicken
- 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 6 cloves of minced garlic
- 2 tablespoons freshly chopped rosemary
- 2 tablespoons freshly chopped thyme
- 2 tablespoons freshly chopped oregano
- 1 juiced and zested lemon
- 3 whole peeled shallots
- 6 cloves of smashed garlic (for stuffing)
- 3 sprigs of rosemary, thyme, oregano
- 1 halved lemon
Method
Step 1
Preparation: Preheat your oven to 425°F. Ensure your chicken is cleaned out, and pat it dry with paper towels.
Step 2
Herb-Garlic Mixture: In a bowl, mix together the extra virgin olive oil, minced garlic, chopped rosemary, thyme, oregano, lemon zest, lemon juice, salt, and pepper until well combined.
Step 3
Stuff the Chicken: Season the cavity of the chicken generously with salt and pepper. Insert the shallots, smashed garlic, lemon halves, and a few sprigs of each herb into the cavity.
Step 4
Apply Herb-Garlic Mixture: Using your hands or a brush, apply the herb-garlic mixture all over the chicken, ensuring you get under the skin wherever possible for a more flavorful skin.
Step 5
Roasting: Place the chicken breast-side up in a roasting pan. Roast in the preheated oven for about 1 hour and 30 minutes, or until the juices run clear when you cut between a leg and thigh or the internal temperature of the thickest part of the thigh reads 165°F.
Step 6
Resting: Once done, remove the chicken from the oven, tent it with foil, and let it rest for about 15-20 minutes before carving. This helps in retaining the juices.
Step 7
Serving: Carve the chicken and serve it with your choice of sides. The dripping juices in the roasting pan can be turned into a flavorful gravy, if desired.