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Joanna Gaines Lemon Herb Roasted Chicken Recipe

Joanna Gaines Lemon Herb Roasted Chicken Recipe

Are you looking for a cozy family dinner? This Joanna Gaines Lemon Herb Roasted Chicken Recipe is the best choice. It is warm and very tasty.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 50 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine American
Servings 6
Calories 450 kcal

Equipment

  • Roasting pan
  • Meat thermometer
  • Kitchen twine
  • Small bowl
  • Chef's knife
  • Paper towels

Ingredients
  

  • 1 Whole Chicken About 4-5 Lbs
  • 1/2 Cup Unsalted Butter
  • 2 Tbsp Fresh Rosemary
  • 2 Tbsp Fresh Thyme
  • 1 Large Lemon
  • 4 Garlic Cloves
  • 1 Tbsp Kosher Salt
  • 1 Tsp Black Pepper

Instructions
 

  • Preheat your oven to 425 degrees Fahrenheit. This high heat ensures crispy skin. Remove the chicken from the fridge early. Let it sit for twenty minutes.
  • Pat the chicken dry with paper towels. Remove any moisture from the skin. This step is very important for crunch. Season the inside with salt and pepper.
  • Mix the softened butter with chopped herbs. Rub this mixture under the chicken skin. Be careful not to tear the skin. Spread the rest of the butter on top.
  • Stuff the cavity with lemon halves and garlic. Add extra herb sprigs inside too. This flavors the meat from the inside out. Tie the legs with kitchen twine.
  • Place the chicken in the roasting pan. Put it in the center of the oven. Roast it for about ninety minutes. The juices should run very clear.
  • Check the temperature with your meat thermometer. It should reach 165 degrees Fahrenheit. Let the chicken rest before you slice it. Resting keeps the juices inside the meat.

Notes

  • Dry the skin very well before adding butter.
  • Use fresh herbs instead of dried for flavor.
  • Let the chicken rest for fifteen minutes total.
  • Tuck the wings under to prevent burning them.
  • Baste the chicken with juices halfway through cooking.
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