LEMON ROASTED CHICKEN

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In this family-friendly recipe from Casey Coleman of Tallahassee, Florida, the chicken develops a delicate, citrusy fragrance and flavor. Simply stuff lemon wedges and a handful of fresh herbs into the cavity before roasting.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Meat & Poultry     Chicken

Time 1h

Number Of Ingredients 5

4 sprigs rosemary
2 lemons, washed and quartered
1 whole chicken, (3 1/2 pounds), rinsed and patted dry
1 tablespoon olive oil
Coarse salt and ground pepper

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 425 degrees. Stuff rosemary and 1 cut lemon into chicken cavity. Tuck wings under and tie chicken legs together with kitchen twine. Set chicken on a rack in a roasting or baking pan.
  • Rub chicken all over with oil, and season with 1 teaspoon salt and 1/2 teaspoon pepper. Roast until an instant-read thermometer registers 160 degrees when inserted in the thickest part of the thigh (avoiding bone), 45 to 50 minutes. Serve with fresh lemon quarters.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 493 g, Fat 29 g, Fiber 2 g, Protein 52 g

daniel mutua
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This chicken is a keeper! It's so easy to make and it's always delicious. I love the combination of lemon and garlic. I've served it with roasted vegetables, mashed potatoes, and rice, and it's always a hit.


Johny
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I've made this chicken several times now and it's always a hit. It's so easy to make and it always turns out perfectly. I love the crispy skin and the juicy meat. The lemon flavor is subtle and not overpowering.


Dark9uls3
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This chicken was delicious! I love the crispy skin and the juicy meat. The lemon flavor was perfect. I served it with roasted vegetables and mashed potatoes, and it was a delicious meal.


Sumayo Yussuf
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I'm always looking for new ways to cook chicken, and this recipe definitely fit the bill. The lemon and garlic flavors were a great combination, and the chicken was cooked to perfection. I will definitely be making this again.


Moazam cheema
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I made this chicken for a potluck and it was a big hit. Everyone raved about how moist and flavorful it was. I will definitely be making this again for my next potluck.


Romeo Oyos Jr.
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This chicken was so easy to make and it turned out so well. I love that I didn't have to babysit it in the oven. I just popped it in and forgot about it until it was time to eat.


Mohamed Bakdones
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I made this chicken for a dinner party and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it! I would highly recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a delicious and easy-to-make chicken dish.


All Tips bangla
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This chicken was a hit with my family! The chicken was moist and flavorful, and the lemon gave it a nice tang. I will definitely be making this again.


Serah Wambo Olekete
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I'm not a big fan of chicken, but this recipe changed my mind. The chicken was so moist and flavorful, and the lemon gave it a nice tang. I will definitely be making this again.


Shayla White
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This chicken is a keeper! It's so easy to make and it's always delicious. I love the combination of lemon and garlic. I've served it with roasted vegetables, mashed potatoes, and rice, and it's always a hit.


Amy Mia
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I've made this chicken several times now and it's always a hit. It's so easy to make and it always turns out perfectly. I love the crispy skin and the juicy meat. The lemon flavor is subtle and not overpowering.


Rested-sonson
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This chicken was delicious! I love the crispy skin and the juicy meat. The lemon flavor was perfect. I served it with roasted vegetables and mashed potatoes, and it was a delicious meal.


Ali_ Khan001
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I'm always looking for new ways to cook chicken, and this recipe definitely fit the bill. The lemon and garlic flavors were a great combination, and the chicken was cooked to perfection. I will definitely be making this again.


Adnan Amjad
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I made this chicken for a potluck and it was a big hit. Everyone raved about how moist and flavorful it was. I will definitely be making this again for my next potluck.


Isaac Etim
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This chicken was so easy to make and it turned out so well. I love that I didn't have to babysit it in the oven. I just popped it in and forgot about it until it was time to eat.


Olwethu Sibiya
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I'm not usually a fan of lemon-flavored chicken, but this recipe changed my mind. The lemon flavor was subtle and not overpowering, and it really complemented the chicken. I will definitely be making this again.


Kaison
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I made this chicken for a dinner party and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it! I would highly recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a delicious and easy-to-make chicken dish.


M. M.G
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I followed the recipe exactly and the chicken turned out perfectly. The skin was crispy and the meat was juicy. I served it with roasted vegetables and mashed potatoes, and it was a delicious meal.


Dallas Brown
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This lemon roasted chicken was a hit with my family! The chicken was moist and flavorful, and the lemon gave it a nice tang. I will definitely be making this again.


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