HERB ROASTED CHICKEN

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Robust herbs slipped under the skin of a whole roasting chicken add hearty flavor to one of winter's most venerable dishes.

Provided by MarieRynr

Categories     Chicken Breast

Time 1h15m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 roasting chicken, 3 1/2 to 4 lb,giblets removed
salt, plus 1/4 tsp salt
fresh ground pepper, plus 1/8 tsp ground pepper
1 tablespoon chopped fresh sage
1 teaspoon chopped fresh thyme
1/2 teaspoon chopped fresh oregano
1/2 teaspoon chopped fresh rosemary
4 thin lemon slices, seeds removed
2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375*F (190*C) Rinse the chicken under cold water, drain and pat dry with paper towels.
  • Season inside and out with salt and pepper.
  • In a small bowl, mix together the sage, thyme, oregano, rosemary, 1/4 tsp salt and 1/8 tsp pepper.
  • Using your fingers, loosen the skin of the chicken that covers the breast by sliding your fingers between the skin and the flesh, being careful not to tear the skin.
  • Slip half of the herbs inside the pocket defined by each breast half, distributing them evenly over the breast and thigh.
  • Tuck the lemon slices inside the pockest between the skin and flesh, placing 2 slices on each side.
  • Truss the chicken by tying the legs together with kitchen string.
  • Brush the chicken with the melted butter.
  • Place the chicken on it's side on an oiled roasting rack in a roasting pan.
  • Roast for 20 minutes.
  • Turn the chicken onto it's other side and roast for another 20 minutes.
  • Turn the chicken breast side up and continue to roast until the juices run clear when pierced in the thigh.
  • 15 to 20 minutes longer.
  • Remove the chicken from the oven and transfer to a platter.
  • Cover loosely with aluminum foil and let stand for 10 minutes before carving.

Emmy Simons
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I've made this recipe several times and it's always a hit. The chicken is so juicy and flavorful, and the herbs give it a wonderful aroma. I highly recommend this recipe!


Sumit Kumar
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This is my new favorite chicken recipe! It's so easy to make and the chicken always comes out perfectly cooked. The herbs give it a wonderful flavor.


Md Talib
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This is a great recipe for a special occasion. The chicken is always a showstopper and the herbs give it a sophisticated flavor. I highly recommend this recipe!


freddy and foxy gaming
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I love this recipe! The chicken is always cooked perfectly and the herbs give it a delicious flavor. I usually serve it with roasted vegetables and mashed potatoes.


niyah_praisebaby_onry Babyk
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This is a great recipe for a weeknight meal. It's quick and easy to make, and the chicken always comes out delicious. I love the way the herbs flavor the chicken.


Cynthia Boafo
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I've made this recipe several times and it's always a hit. The chicken is so juicy and flavorful, and the herbs give it a wonderful aroma. I highly recommend this recipe!


Ch Aurangzaib
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This is my new favorite chicken recipe! It's so easy to make and the chicken always comes out perfectly cooked. The herbs give it a wonderful flavor.


Haiderkhanjan 03
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This is a great recipe for a special occasion. The chicken is always a showstopper and the herbs give it a sophisticated flavor. I highly recommend this recipe!


Carly Villegas
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I love this recipe! The chicken is always cooked perfectly and the herbs give it a delicious flavor. I usually serve it with roasted vegetables and mashed potatoes.


Dyana Zrar
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This is a great recipe for a weeknight meal. It's quick and easy to make, and the chicken always comes out delicious. I love the way the herbs flavor the chicken.


Peshawar Street Foods
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I've made this recipe several times and it's always a hit. The chicken is so juicy and flavorful, and the herbs give it a wonderful aroma. I highly recommend this recipe!


James Phillips
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This is my go-to recipe for roasted chicken. It's so easy to make and the chicken always comes out perfectly cooked. I love the way the herbs flavor the chicken.


Nasli Canelo
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This is a great recipe for a special occasion. The chicken is always a showstopper and the herbs give it a sophisticated flavor. I highly recommend this recipe!


Md mamun Ahmmed
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I love this recipe! The chicken is always juicy and flavorful, and the herbs give it a delicious aroma. I usually serve it with roasted vegetables and mashed potatoes.


Arif koko Official
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I've made this recipe several times and it's always a hit. The chicken is always cooked evenly and the herbs give it a delicious flavor. I highly recommend this recipe!


Aesthetic Zone
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This is my new favorite chicken recipe! It's so easy to make and the chicken always comes out perfectly cooked. The herbs give it a wonderful flavor.


NseerAhmad Khan
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I made this recipe for a dinner party and everyone loved it! The chicken was moist and tender, and the herbs gave it a delicious aroma. I will definitely be making this again.


Henok Yohana
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The chicken was juicy and flavorful, and the skin was crispy. The herbs added a nice touch of flavor. This is a great recipe for a weeknight meal.


Sk rana Khan
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This roasted chicken turned out amazing! The herbs gave it a delicious flavor and the chicken was cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.


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