Steps:
- Cut 12 garlic cloves in half. Place chicken on a cutting board. Tuck wings under chicken. With a sharp paring knife, cut 24 small slits in breasts, drumsticks and thighs. Insert each with a halved garlic. Place the lemon wedges, thyme and remaining whole garlic cloves in chicken cavity. Tie drumsticks together., Transfer chicken to a rack in a shallow roasting pan, breast side up. Rub skin with butter; sprinkle with salt and pepper., Roast, uncovered, at 350° for 1-1/4 to 1-1/2 hours or until a thermometer inserted in thigh reaches 180°. Remove chicken from oven; tent with foil. Let stand for 15 minutes before carving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 457 calories, Fat 29g fat (10g saturated fat), Cholesterol 149mg cholesterol, Sodium 406mg sodium, Carbohydrate 3g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 43g protein.
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Purple Soul
[email protected]I've made this recipe several times now, and it's always a hit with my family and friends. The chicken is always moist and flavorful, and the garlic adds a delicious touch. I highly recommend this recipe.
Sherry Simmons
[email protected]This is the best roast chicken recipe I've ever tried. The chicken was so moist and tender, and the garlic flavor was perfect. I will definitely be making this recipe again.
Vithushan Marriyai
[email protected]I loved this recipe! The chicken was perfectly cooked, and the garlic flavor was amazing. I will definitely be making this recipe again.
Chen
[email protected]This roast chicken is a must-try! The chicken was so moist and flavorful, and the garlic added a wonderful touch. I will definitely be making this recipe again.
Suban Khan
[email protected]I'm not usually a fan of garlic, but this recipe changed my mind! The garlic flavor was subtle and delicious, and it really complemented the chicken. I will definitely be making this recipe again.
Shaheer
[email protected]This is one of the best roast chicken recipes I've ever tried. The chicken was perfectly cooked, and the garlic flavor was incredible. I will definitely be making this recipe again.
Raja Talha
[email protected]I was a bit skeptical about using 20 cloves of garlic, but I'm so glad I did! The garlic flavor was amazing, and it really made the chicken stand out. I will definitely be making this recipe again.
Skhawat Ali
[email protected]This recipe is a keeper! The chicken was incredibly moist and tender, and the garlic flavor was perfect. I will definitely be making this recipe again.
Kalia Georgiev
[email protected]I've made this recipe several times now, and it's always a hit with my family and friends. The chicken is always moist and flavorful, and the garlic adds a delicious touch. I highly recommend this recipe.
Foyez Hasan
[email protected]This is the best roast chicken recipe I've ever tried! The chicken was perfectly cooked, and the garlic flavor was out of this world. I will definitely be making this recipe again and again.
Sandhya Th
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of chicken, but I loved this recipe! The garlic flavor was incredible, and the chicken was so moist and tender. I will definitely be making this recipe again.
Israfil Khan
[email protected]This roast chicken is amazing! The garlic adds a wonderful flavor to the chicken, and the skin is crispy and delicious. I served it with roasted potatoes and vegetables, and it was a perfect meal. I will definitely be making this recipe again soon.
Shorif Mia
[email protected]I was hesitant to try this recipe because I'm not a big fan of garlic, but I'm so glad I did! The garlic flavor was not overpowering at all, and it really complemented the chicken. The chicken was also very moist and tender. I will definitely be maki
Elvis Kelly
[email protected]This recipe is a winner! The chicken was perfectly cooked, and the garlic added a delicious flavor. I served it with roasted vegetables, and it was a hit with my family. I highly recommend this recipe.
Mehrun Nisa
[email protected]I've tried many roast chicken recipes, but this one is by far the best. The chicken was so moist and tender, and the garlic flavor was amazing. I will definitely be making this recipe again and again.
Clara Joy
[email protected]This roast chicken recipe is a game-changer! The 20 cloves of garlic add an incredible depth of flavor to the chicken, and the crispy skin is to die for. I followed the recipe exactly, and it turned out perfectly. My family loved it, and I will defin