Simple Roasted Lemon Herb Chicken

This chicken is golden and full of flavor. The crisp skin and tender meat taste amazing with the lemons and potatoes. It is a warm meal that fills your home with a wonderful smell.

Prep 15 minutes Cook 75 minutes Total 90 minutes Serves 4

Ingredients

• 1 whole roasting chicken, about 4 pounds
• 4 tablespoons salted butter, softened
• 2 tablespoons fresh rosemary, chopped
• 2 tablespoons fresh thyme, chopped
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 large lemon, sliced into rounds
• 1 teaspoon kosher salt
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 pound baby potatoes

How to make it

1. Preheat your oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit.
2. Pat the chicken dry using paper towels and place it in a large roasting pan.
3. Mix the softened butter with the rosemary, thyme, garlic, salt, and pepper in a small bowl.
4. Rub the butter mixture all over the chicken, making sure to get some under the skin on the breast.
5. Stuff the cavity of the chicken with half of the lemon slices.
6. Tuck the potatoes around the chicken in the pan and place the remaining lemon slices on top of the potatoes.
7. Roast for about 60 to 75 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 165 degrees Fahrenheit.
8. Let the chicken rest for 10 minutes before carving so the juices stay inside.

Tips

Serve the hot chicken with the soft roasted potatoes on the side. Spoon the juicy pan drippings over the meat for extra flavor.