Best 12 Roast Chicken With Rosemary Lemon And Honey Recipes

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Indulge in a culinary journey with our tantalizing Roast Chicken with Rosemary, Lemon, and Honey. This classic dish is elevated with a trio of flavors that dance on your palate. The aromatic rosemary adds a delightful herbal note, the zesty lemon brings a refreshing citrusy tang, and the sweet honey glaze creates a caramelized crust that's simply irresistible. The article presents three variations of this delectable recipe: a traditional version, a gluten-free alternative, and a mouthwatering sheet-pan meal.

In the traditional recipe, you'll discover the art of perfectly roasting a whole chicken, resulting in juicy meat and crispy skin. The gluten-free version caters to those with dietary restrictions, offering a delicious and inclusive option. And for those seeking a fuss-free meal, the sheet-pan variation combines chicken, vegetables, and potatoes in one pan for a complete and flavorful feast.

Each recipe is meticulously detailed, guiding you through the process with step-by-step instructions. You'll learn how to prepare the chicken, create the flavorful marinade, and achieve the perfect roast. Tips and suggestions are also provided to ensure your roasted chicken turns out exceptional every time.

So, embark on this culinary adventure and treat your taste buds to the delightful harmony of rosemary, lemon, and honey. Whether you prefer the traditional, gluten-free, or sheet-pan variation, this versatile dish promises to satisfy your cravings and leave you longing for more.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

OVEN ROASTED CHICKEN WITH LEMON ROSEMARY GARLIC BUTTER



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This perfectly tender and juicy whole oven roasted chicken gets brushed with a fresh lemon rosemary garlic butter and stuffed with aromatics for extra flavor. It's perfect for Sunday dinner, but easy enough for a weeknight!

Provided by Heidi

Categories     Main Course

Number Of Ingredients 9

one 4-5 pound chicken (at room temperature, giblets and neck removed from cavity)
2 onions (quartered)
1 head of garlic (cut in half plus 3 garlic cloves minced)
3 lemons (2 cut in half and remaining half sliced into thin slices)
4 tablespoons unsalted butter* (softened)
2 teaspoons grated lemon zest
2 fresh rosemary sprigs plus 1 sprig minced
Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
½ cup white wine

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 425°F and position a rack in the lower third of the oven. Mix the butter with minced rosemary, 3 cloves of minced garlic, lemon zest, salt and pepper.
  • Pat the chicken dry and rub half of the butter, garlic and lemon zest mixture under the skin and the rest over the chicken and season with salt and pepper. Generously season cavity of chicken with salt and pepper and stuff with lemon half, ½ head of garlic, 2-3 quarters of onion and 2 rosemary sprigs. Truss legs with cooking twine and tuck wings under bird.
  • Place chicken in a roasting pan breast-side-up with the remaining onion, garlic, lemons and herbs. Add ½ cup of white wine.
  • Roast for 30 minutes or until the breast is firm and just beginning to brown in spots. Using tongs, turn the chicken breast-down, baste with juices and roast for 20 minutes longer, until the skin is lightly browned. Using tongs, turn the chicken breast-side-up and baste again. Add ½ cup of water if wine has evaporated. Roast for about 20 minutes longer, until an instant-read thermometer inserted in the inner thigh registers 155°F to 160°F and juices are running clear.
  • Transfer the bird to a cutting board and tent with foil. Remove aromatics and vegetables from the cavity, carve the chicken and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 427 kcal, Carbohydrate 9 g, Protein 28 g, Fat 30 g, SaturatedFat 11 g, Cholesterol 129 mg, Sodium 106 mg, Fiber 2 g, Sugar 3 g, ServingSize 1 serving

ROAST CHICKEN WITH ROSEMARY, LEMON, AND HONEY



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Provided by Melia Marden

Categories     Chicken     Poultry     Roast     Kid-Friendly     High Fiber     Dinner     Lemon     Rosemary     Honey     Bon Appétit     Paleo     Dairy Free     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     Kosher     Small Plates

Yield Makes 6 to 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

6 ounces rosemary sprigs (about 2 large or 4 small bunches), divided
2 4-pound chickens
1/2 cup plus 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
2 tablespoons honey
2 lemons, 1 halved, 1 sliced into eight 1/4" rounds
1 pound shallots, peeled
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375°F. Line a large roasting pan with 3/4 of rosemary sprigs. Place chickens on top.
  • Whisk 1/2 cup oil, lemon juice, and honey in a small bowl to blend. Using your hands and beginning at the neck end of chicken, gently lift skin away from breast. Under skin of each chicken, rub 1/4 cup lemon mixture into meat. Drizzle remaining lemon mixture all over outside of chickens.
  • Place 1 lemon half and 1 shallot inside each chicken cavity; stuff with remaining rosemary sprigs, dividing equally. Season chickens all over with salt and pepper. Place remaining shallots around chickens; arrange 4 lemon rounds on top of each chicken. Drizzle shallots and lemon rounds with remaining 2 tablespoons oil.
  • Roast chickens, basting frequently with pan juices, for 45 minutes. Increase oven temperature to 425°F and continue roasting until an instant-read thermometer inserted into the thickest part of the thigh registers 165°F and skin is deep golden and crispy, about 10 minutes longer.
  • Spoon pan juices over chickens, shallots, and lemon slices and serve in roasting pan.

ROASTED CHICKEN WITH LEMON AND ROSEMARY



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I'm always looking for really simple-but-delicious chicken recipes. My friend and colleague Paul Grimes, who is an amazing cook (and a food stylist to boot), gave me this one. Perfect for regular weeknight meals or when company comes.

Provided by cherylb413

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Chicken     Whole Chicken Recipes

Time 1h

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 whole chicken, cut into 8 pieces
1 onion, cut into wedges
1 lemon, sliced
8 cloves garlic
4 sprigs fresh rosemary
¼ cup olive oil
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 450 degrees F (230 degrees C).
  • Combine chicken, onion, lemon slices, garlic, and rosemary together in a large bowl. Drizzle olive oil and sprinkle salt and black pepper over the chicken mixture; toss to coat. Spread chicken mixture out in the bottom of a baking dish.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until no longer pink at the bone and the juices run clear, 45 to 50 minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the thickest part of a thigh, near the bone, should read 165 degrees F (74 degrees C).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 545.8 calories, Carbohydrate 5.4 g, Cholesterol 204.9 mg, Fat 34.5 g, Fiber 1.4 g, Protein 52 g, SaturatedFat 8.4 g, Sodium 347.4 mg, Sugar 0.8 g

ROAST CHICKEN WITH LEMON, GARLIC, AND ROSEMARY



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Roast chicken could not be easier - or tastier - than with this recipe. Lemon, rosemary, and garlic help to flavor this gloriously roasted chicken with crispy skin.

Provided by Magda

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Chicken     Whole Chicken Recipes

Time 1h15m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 whole chicken
1 tablespoon salt
1 teaspoon ground black pepper
2 sprigs rosemary
3 cloves garlic, peeled
1 lemon, halved

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 450 degrees F (230 degrees C).
  • Pat chicken dry and sprinkle salt on all sides and inside the cavity. Sprinkle with black pepper. Pluck the leaves from 1 spring of rosemary and sprinkle on the chicken. Place the other whole sprig inside the cavity along with garlic and lemon.
  • Place the chicken on a roasting rack set inside a roasting pan.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until no longer pink at the bone and the juices run clear, about 1 hour. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the thickest part of the thigh, near the bone, should read 165 degrees F (74 degrees C).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 437.6 calories, Carbohydrate 4 g, Cholesterol 145.5 mg, Fat 25.8 g, Fiber 1.5 g, Protein 46.4 g, SaturatedFat 7.2 g, Sodium 1885.4 mg

GARLIC ROAST CHICKEN WITH ROSEMARY AND LEMON



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Provided by Rachael Ray : Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 1/2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into large chunks
6 cloves garlic, crushed
3 tablespoons fresh rosemary leaves stripped from stems
3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, eyeball it
1 lemon, zested and juiced
1 tablespoon grill seasoning blend (recommended: Montreal Seasoning) or, coarse salt and black pepper
1/2 cup dry white wine or chicken broth

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 450 degrees F.
  • Arrange chicken in a baking dish, 9 by 13-inch. Add garlic, rosemary, extra-virgin olive oil, lemon zest and grill seasoning or salt and pepper to the dish. Toss and coat the chicken with all ingredients, then place in oven. Roast 20 minutes. Add wine and lemon juice to the dish and combine with pan juices. Return to oven and turn oven off. Let stand 5 minutes longer then remove chicken from the oven. Place baking dish on trivet and serve, spooning pan juices over the chicken pieces.

CHICKEN WITH ROASTED LEMON AND ROSEMARY SAUCE



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Provided by Michael Chiarello : Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 55m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

5 large lemons
Gray salt
6 boneless chicken breast halves, skin on
Freshly ground black pepper
1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
1 1/2 pounds small new potatoes, such as red bliss, halved
4 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon finely chopped fresh rosemary leaves
2 cups double-strength chicken stock, or 4 cups canned low-salt chicken broth boiled until reduced by half
1/4 cup finely chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley leaves
1 tablespoon unsalted butter, optional
Rosemary sprigs, for garnish

Steps:

  • Preheat the broiler.
  • Cut a small slice off both ends of each lemon, and then cut in half crosswise. Arrange the lemons, flesh side up, in a flameproof nonreactive baking dish, and season with salt. Broil 6 inches or more from the heat until browned and soft, about 10 minutes. Cool slightly. Squeeze the lemon halves over a sieve suspended over a bowl. Push and stir the pulp through the sieve with a rubber spatula or wooden spoon to get as much juice out as possible. Discard the lemon peels.
  • Reduce oven temperature to 425 degrees F.
  • Season chicken with salt and pepper. Heat the olive oil in a large ovenproof skillet over medium-high heat until hot. Add the chicken, lower the heat to medium, and cook, turning once, until brown on both sides, about 5 minutes. Remove chicken to a plate or baking sheet.
  • Return the pan to medium-high heat, add the potatoes, season with salt and pepper, and cook, stirring and tossing, until brown all over, about 10 minutes. Drain off the excess oil. Arrange the chicken breasts on top of the potatoes and place in the oven until potatoes and chicken are cooked through, about 10 to 15 minutes. Remove the chicken to a platter and put the pan with the potatoes over medium-high heat. Toss well so the pan juices are absorbed into the potatoes. Scrape the potatoes out of the pan onto the platter around the chicken.
  • Return the pan to medium-high heat, add the garlic and rosemary, and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute. Add 1 cup of chicken broth and reserved lemon juice. Stir and scrape up all the browned bits that cling to the bottom and sides of the pan, and then add the remaining 1 cup broth. Bring to a simmer stir in parsley and season to taste with salt and pepper. If the sauce tastes too lemony, stir in the optional butter. Pour the sauce over the chicken and potatoes and serve immediately, garnished with rosemary sprigs

SUCCULENT HONEY & LEMON CHICKEN



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This succulent chicken one pot makes for a quick, no-fuss supper

Provided by Good Food team

Categories     Dinner, Lunch

Time 1h15m

Number Of Ingredients 8

3 juicy lemons
50g butter
3 tbsp clear honey
leaves from 4 rosemary sprigs
1 garlic clove , finely chopped
8 chicken pieces, such as thighs and drumsticks, with skin
750g potatoes , peeled and cut into smallish chunks
green salad , to serve

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 200C/Gas 6/fan180C. Squeeze the juice from 2 lemons into a small pan and heat with the butter, honey, rosemary, garlic and salt and pepper, until the butter melts and it smells fragrant.
  • Lay the chicken in a roasting tin - don't pile it up or it won't cook so well. Add the potatoes and drizzle with lemon butter to coat evenly. Cut the third lemon into 8 wedges and tuck them in. (Can be made up to 2 hours ahead up to this point.)
  • Roast for 50 minutes - 1 hour until the chicken is cooked and the potatoes are crisp and golden. Serve with a green salad.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 647 calories, Fat 35 grams fat, SaturatedFat 14 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 47 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 12 grams sugar, Fiber 3 grams fiber, Protein 39 grams protein

ROAST CHICKEN WITH LEMON, HONEY AND ROSEMARY



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Make and share this Roast Chicken With Lemon, Honey and Rosemary recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Wendys Kitchen

Categories     Whole Chicken

Time 1h

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

6 ounces rosemary sprigs, divided (about 2 large or 4 small bunches)
2 whole chickens
1/2 cup plus 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
2 tablespoons honey
2 lemons, 1 halved, 1 sliced into eight 1/4-inch rounds
1 lb shallot, peeled
kosher salt & freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375°F Line a large roasting pan with 3/4 of rosemary sprigs. Place chickens on top.
  • Whisk 1/2 cup oil, lemon juice, and honey in a small bowl to blend. Using your hands and beginning at the neck end of chicken, gently lift skin away from breast. Under skin of each chicken, rub 1/4 cup lemon mixture into meat. Drizzle remaining lemon mixture all over outside of chickens.
  • Place 1 lemon half and 1 shallot inside each chicken cavity; stuff with remaining rosemary sprigs, dividing equally. Season chickens all over with salt and pepper. Place remaining shallots around chickens; arrange 4 lemon rounds on top of each chicken. Drizzle shallots and lemon rounds with remaining 2 tablespoons oil.
  • Roast chickens, basting frequently with pan juices, for 45 minutes. Increase oven temperature to 425°F and continue roasting until an instant-read thermometer inserted into the thickest part of the thigh registers 165°F and skin is deep golden and crispy, about 10 minutes longer.
  • Spoon pan juices over chickens, shallots, and lemon slices and serve in roasting pan.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 1242.1, Fat 90.4, SaturatedFat 23.5, Cholesterol 325.1, Sodium 320.5, Carbohydrate 26.9, Fiber 4.6, Sugar 6.5, Protein 79.4

ROSEMARY & LEMON ROAST CHICKEN



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This Italian-inspired roast chicken couldn't be easier, but the result is really special

Provided by Jennifer Joyce

Categories     Dinner, Main course

Time 1h20m

Number Of Ingredients 7

20g pack rosemary
3 tbsp butter
1 garlic clove , crushed
1 lemon , zested and then halved
½ small red chilli , deseeded and chopped
1 ¼kg whole chicken , preferably free-range
4 medium carrots

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 190C/170C fan/gas 5. Very finely chop 2 sprigs of the rosemary and mix with 2 tbsp of the butter and the garlic, lemon zest and chilli. Gently lift the skin away from the breast of the chicken and press the butter underneath on both sides. Rub the remaining butter on the outside of the chicken. Stuff the lemon inside the cavity.
  • Place the chicken on a wire rack along with the carrots in a medium roasting tin. Season, then scatter with the remaining rosemary leaves. Roast the chicken for 1 hr 10 mins or until the juices run clear, then remove from the oven and let it rest for 10 mins before carving. Serve it on a board with the carrots and a bowl of the roasting juices.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 890 calories, Fat 57 grams fat, SaturatedFat 24 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 15 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 13 grams sugar, Fiber 4 grams fiber, Protein 80 grams protein, Sodium 0.99 milligram of sodium

ROASTED CHICKEN WITH ROSEMARY



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Herbs, garlic and butter give this hearty meal in one a classic flavor. It's a lot like pot roast, except it uses chicken instead of beef. -Isabel Zienkosky, Salt Lake City, Utah

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 2h20m

Yield 9 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

1/2 cup butter, cubed
4 tablespoons minced fresh rosemary or 2 tablespoons dried rosemary, crushed
2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 whole roasting chicken (5 to 6 pounds)
6 small red potatoes, halved
6 medium carrots, halved lengthwise and cut into 2-inch pieces
2 medium onions, quartered

Steps:

  • In a small saucepan, melt butter; stir in the seasonings and garlic. Place chicken breast side up on a rack in a shallow roasting pan; tie drumsticks together with kitchen string. Spoon half of the butter mixture over chicken. Place the potatoes, carrots and onions around chicken. Drizzle remaining butter mixture over vegetables. , Bake at 350° for 1-1/2 hours. Baste with cooking juices; bake 30-60 minutes longer, basting occasionally, until a thermometer inserted in thickest part of thigh reads 170°-175°. (Cover loosely with foil if chicken browns too quickly.), Let stand 10-15 minutes, tented with foil if necessary, before carving. Serve with vegetables.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 449 calories, Fat 28g fat (11g saturated fat), Cholesterol 126mg cholesterol, Sodium 479mg sodium, Carbohydrate 16g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 33g protein.

LEMON-ROASTED ASPARAGUS



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When it comes to fixing asparagus, I think it's hard to go wrong. The springy flavors in this easy recipe burst with every bite. -Jenn Tidwell, Fair Oaks, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 20m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 pounds fresh asparagus, trimmed
1/4 cup olive oil
4 teaspoons grated lemon zest
2 garlic cloves, minced
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 425°. Place asparagus in a greased 15x10x1-in. baking pan. Mix remaining ingredients; drizzle over asparagus. Toss to coat. Roast until crisp-tender, 8-12 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 75 calories, Fat 7g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 154mg sodium, Carbohydrate 3g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 2g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

CHILE-ROASTED CHICKEN WITH HONEY, LEMON AND FETA



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A little sweet, a little spicy and very citrusy, this easy chicken recipe hits all the right notes, making it the kind of weeknight dinner you'll put on repeat. The feta adds a creamy, salty bite that's softened by the lemon and honey, while rosemary and red-pepper flakes round out the flavors. Serve this with a loaf of crusty bread or flatbread for scooping up all the tangy pan juices. You won't want to leave a drop behind.

Provided by Melissa Clark

Categories     dinner, poultry, main course

Time 50m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

3 pounds bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs and drumsticks (to substitute breasts, see Tip)
Salt and black pepper
2 large garlic cloves, finely grated or crushed to a paste
1 tablespoon honey
1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil, plus more for drizzling
1/4 teaspoon red-pepper flakes, plus more for serving
2 fresh rosemary sprigs
1 lemon, preferably a Meyer lemon, thinly sliced and seeded
2 ounces feta, crumbled into large pieces (a heaping 1/2 cup)
Chopped mint, dill or parsley, for serving

Steps:

  • Season chicken all over with salt and pepper. In a large bowl, mix together garlic, honey, olive oil and 1/4 teaspoon red-pepper flakes. Add chicken and toss well with your hands, spreading the garlic paste all over the chicken pieces. (Don't worry if the honey is a little clumpy.) Add rosemary sprigs and lemon slices and toss to combine. Let marinate at room temperature for 30 minutes, or up to 8 hours in the refrigerator.
  • Heat oven to 425 degrees. Line a sheet pan with a silicone liner or parchment paper.
  • Spread chicken and lemons across a single layer in the lined pan, tucking in the rosemary sprigs. Drizzle oil generously over everything. Roast for 20 minutes.
  • Using tongs, turn over the chicken pieces, and give the lemons a stir. Sprinkle feta on top. Continue to bake for 20 to 25 minutes longer, until the chicken is deeply bronzed and cooked through, and an instant-read thermometer inserted into the thickest part of the thigh or drumstick registers 165 degrees. Serve garnished with chopped herbs and more red-pepper flakes, if you like.

Tips for Making Roast Chicken with Rosemary, Lemon, and Honey:

  • Use a whole chicken that is about 3 to 4 pounds in size for best results.
  • Pat the chicken dry before seasoning it to help the seasonings adhere.
  • Season the chicken generously with salt and pepper, inside and out.
  • Use fresh rosemary and lemon for the best flavor. If you don't have fresh rosemary, you can substitute dried rosemary, but use half the amount.
  • Drizzle the chicken with honey before roasting to help it brown and caramelize.
  • Roast the chicken at a high temperature (425 degrees Fahrenheit) for the first 30 minutes, then reduce the temperature to 350 degrees Fahrenheit and continue roasting until the chicken is cooked through.
  • Let the chicken rest for 10 minutes before carving to allow the juices to redistribute.
  • Serve the chicken with roasted vegetables, mashed potatoes, or a salad.

Conclusion:

This roast chicken with rosemary, lemon, and honey is a simple but flavorful dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal or a special occasion. The chicken is juicy and tender, with a crispy, golden-brown skin. The rosemary, lemon, and honey add a delicious savory and sweet flavor to the chicken. This dish is sure to be a hit with everyone at your table.

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