Simple Herbed Roast Chicken
Prep Time: 15 minutes | Cook Time: 1 hour 15 minutes | Serves: 2-4
Ingredients:
1 whole chicken (3-4 lbs)
2 tablespoons olive oil or melted butter
1 tablespoon fresh rosemary, chopped (or 1 tsp dried)
1 tablespoon fresh thyme, chopped (or 1 tsp dried)
2 teaspoons salt
1 teaspoon black pepper
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 lemon, halved
Instructions:
Preheat oven to 425°F.
Prep chicken: Pat completely dry with paper towels.
Make herb mixture: Mix olive oil, herbs, salt, pepper, and garlic in a small bowl.
Season chicken: Rub herb mixture all over chicken, including under the skin where possible.
Add lemon: Squeeze lemon halves over chicken, then place lemon pieces inside cavity.
Position for roasting: Place chicken breast-side up on a roasting pan or baking sheet.
Roast: Cook for 60-75 minutes until internal temperature reaches 165°F.
Rest: Let rest 10 minutes before carving.
Pro Tips:
Use a meat thermometer for best results
Save pan drippings for gravy
Leftovers keep 3-4 days refrigerated
**Recipe is adapted from The Frannie Farmer Cookbook, 1965