Lemon Garlic Roast Chicken
This simply dish is a classic, hugely popular that will melt in your mouth. The combination of rosemary and lemon has a wonderful Mediterranean flavor.
Ingredients
Serves 4
1 whole chicken, preferably free-range and organic
4 Tbsp unsalted butter, cut into small pieces
fresh thyme
fresh rosemary
1 tsp salt
1 lemon, sliced
2 tsp garlic, minced
salt and black pepper
Method
1. Preheat the oven to 220°C (425°F).
2. Rinse the chicken under cold water and dry with paper towels.
3. Season the chicken inside and outside with salt and black pepper. Rub with melted butter.
4. Stick the lemon halves inside the chicken, along with the minced garlic. Place small pieces of lemon and garlic underneath chicken skin (lift up to stick butter and herbs under).
5. Place the chicken on the rack, breast-side up. Roast for for 50-55 minutes or until the skin is golden-brown. Serve immediately with potatoes..
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