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Garlic Herb Butter Roasted Chicken

Garlic Herb Butter Roasted Chicken for a Cozy Family Feast

An easy and delicious recipe for Garlic Herb Butter Roasted Chicken that elevates weeknight dinners into a gourmet experience.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Resting Time 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 50 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
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil extra virgin recommended
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon pepper freshly cracked
For the Herb Butter
  • 4 tablespoons melted unsalted butter for richness
  • 4 tablespoons softened unsalted butter for mixing
  • 5 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tablespoon lemon zest
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice freshly squeezed
  • 1/4 cup parsley fresh
  • 1 tablespoon rosemary fresh preferred
  • 1 tablespoon thyme
  • 1 teaspoon paprika can substitute smoked
For Stuffing
  • 1 head garlic halved
  • 1 lemon quartered
  • 1 handful herb sprigs any fresh herbs

Equipment

  • Oven
  • roasting pan
  • Mixing bowl
  • Whisk
  • Meat Thermometer

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
  2. Rinse the whole chicken under cold water, then pat it dry thoroughly.
  3. In a small bowl, combine the olive oil, melted unsalted butter, and lemon juice. Whisk until well-blended.
  4. Pour the olive oil and butter mixture over the chicken, rub it under the skin, and season with salt, pepper, and parsley.
  5. Mix the softened unsalted butter with minced garlic, rosemary, thyme, lemon zest, and paprika until smooth.
  6. Rub the herb butter mixture all over the chicken, including underneath the skin.
  7. Stuff the cavity of the chicken with the halved garlic head, quartered lemon, and herb sprigs. Tie the legs together.
  8. Place the stuffed chicken in a greased roasting pan and roast for 1 hour and 15 to 25 minutes.
  9. Switch on the broiler for the last 2-3 minutes for a crispy skin.
  10. Let the chicken rest for 15 minutes before carving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 1gProtein: 35gFat: 36gSaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 400mgVitamin A: 20IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 1mgIron: 10mg

Notes

Allowing the chicken to rest after cooking ensures the juices are redistributed.

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