Flavorful Lemon Thyme Chicken Roast

Lemon Thyme Chicken Roast

Hey there, foodies! Today, I’m excited to share a recipe that’s perfect for a cozy dinner or a special family gathering. This Lemon Thyme Chicken Roast is a dish that always brings a smile to my face with its delicious combination of flavors. Let’s get started!

Ingredients:

• whole chicken (1.5kg)
• lemons (2)
• fresh thyme (30g)
• garlic cloves (4)
• olive oil (60ml)
• salt and pepper to taste

Kitchen Tools:

• roasting pan
• chef’s knife
• cutting board
• oven

Start by preheating your oven to 180°C. Place the whole chicken in a roasting pan. Squeeze the juice of one lemon all over the chicken and inside the cavity. Season generously with salt and pepper.

Next, chop the fresh thyme leaves and garlic cloves. Mix them together with olive oil in a small bowl. Rub this mixture all over the chicken, making sure to get it into all the nooks and crannies.

Slice the remaining lemon and tuck the slices around the chicken in the pan. This will infuse the meat with a lovely citrus flavor as it roasts.

Roast the chicken in the preheated oven for about 1.5 hours, or until the skin is crispy and golden brown, and the juices run clear when pierced with a knife.

Once cooked, remove the chicken from the oven and let it rest for 10 minutes before carving. This will ensure that the juices redistribute and the meat stays moist and tender.

Serve the Lemon Thyme Chicken Roast with your favorite sides and enjoy a delicious and flavorful meal with your loved ones.

Approximate total weight of the cooked dish: 1800g
Approximate number of servings: 4
Average weight of one serving: 450g
Approximate calorie count per serving: 400 calories

Try adding some roasted vegetables to the pan during the last 30 minutes of cooking for a complete meal in one dish. The vegetables will absorb all the delicious flavors from the chicken and lemon thyme mixture.

I hope you give this Lemon Thyme Chicken Roast a try and make it your own with your favorite herbs and spices. Enjoy!