Rosemary Garlic Roasted Chicken
Cuisine: American
Categories: Chicken
Recipe Source: TotallyChefs Recipe Ai
This Rosemary Garlic Roasted Chicken is a flavorful and aromatic dish that pairs perfectly with creamy homemade mashed potatoes. The combination of garlic, rosemary, and lemon infuses the chicken with delicious flavors, making it a standout main course for any meal.
Difficulty: MEDIUM
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 1 hour
Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
Serving Size: Serves 4-6
Ingredients:
- 1 whole chicken (about 4-5 lbs)
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp fresh rosemary, chopped
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 lemon, sliced
- Salt and pepper to taste
Directions:
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a small bowl, mix together the minced garlic, chopped rosemary, olive oil, salt, and pepper.
- Pat the chicken dry with paper towels. Rub the garlic-rosemary mixture all over the chicken, including under the skin.
- Place the lemon slices inside the cavity of the chicken.
- Place the chicken in a roasting pan and roast in the preheated oven for about 1 hour or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).
- Let the chicken rest for 10 minutes before carving.
- Serve the rosemary garlic roasted chicken with a side of homemade mashed potatoes.