Lemon Thyme Roasted Chicken
A zesty and aromatic roasted chicken recipe with a hint of dried thyme.
15
Prep Time (min)
45
Cook Time (min)
60
Total Time (min)
4
Servings
Ingredients
- 1 whole chicken
- 2 tablespoons dried thyme
- 1 lemon
- 4 cloves of garlic
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Difficulty:Medium
Tags:
chickenroastedthymelemon
Instructions
1
Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
2
In a small bowl, combine the dried thyme, zest of the lemon, minced garlic, olive oil, salt, and pepper.
3
Place the whole chicken in a roasting pan.
4
Rub the thyme mixture all over the chicken, ensuring it is evenly coated.
5
Slice the lemon and place the slices inside the chicken cavity.
6
Roast the chicken in the preheated oven for about 45 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
7
Remove the chicken from the oven and let it rest for 10 minutes before carving.
8
Serve the lemon thyme roasted chicken with your favorite side dishes.