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Rosemary Roasted Chicken

Name: Rosemary Roasted Chicken
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 1 h 20 min
Total time: 1 h 35 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1.6 kg Whole chicken; 4 sprigs Fresh rosemary; 1 head Garlic; 1 piece Lemon; 3 tbsp Olive oil; 5 g Salt; 2 g Freshly ground black pepper

Difficulty

easy

Time

1h 35m

Price Category

average

Calories

Medium

This rosemary roasted chicken recipe is a true classic that is guaranteed to enchant your taste buds. The crispy skin, juicy meat, and aromatic rosemary-lemon flavor create a perfect harmony. It's an ideal choice for a Sunday lunch or a special occasion, but it's so simple to prepare that it can easily be made on a weekday too. Prepare it and enjoy the heavenly aromas spreading through your kitchen!

ingredients

4 Servings

1.6 kg Whole chicken4 sprigs Fresh rosemary1 head Garlic1 piece Lemon3 tbsp Olive oil5 g Salt2 g Freshly ground black pepper

Steps

Preparation

Preheat your oven to 200°C (180°C for fan-assisted ovens). Rinse the chicken with cold water, then thoroughly pat it dry with paper towels, inside and out. This step is crucial for crispy skin. Halve the lemon and cut the head of garlic horizontally in half.

Seasoning

In a small bowl, mix the olive oil, salt, and pepper. Rub this mixture all over the chicken, inside and out. Place 2 sprigs of rosemary, the lemon halves, and half of the garlic head into the chicken's cavity. Scatter the remaining rosemary and garlic around the chicken in the roasting pan.

Roasting

Place the seasoned chicken in a roasting dish or pan. Roast in the preheated oven for 60-90 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 75°C in the thickest part of the thigh. Halfway through, turn the chicken to ensure even browning and baste it with the pan juices.

Resting and Serving

Once the chicken is cooked, remove it from the oven, loosely tent it with aluminum foil, and let it rest for 10-15 minutes before carving. This helps the meat stay juicy. Serve with a fresh salad, roasted potatoes, or steamed vegetables.

Extra Tips

► Thoroughly pat dry the chicken skin with paper towels before roasting for extra crispiness.

► If you have time, marinate the chicken with the spices and oil overnight in the fridge for an even more intense flavor.

► Baste the chicken a few times with its own juices during roasting to keep it extra moist.

Nutrition

	Per 100g	Per Serving 250 g / 8.8 oz
Calories	220 kcal	550 kcal
Protein	25 g	62.5 g
Fat	13 g	32.5 g
Carbohydrate	0 g	0 g
Fiber	0 g	0 g
Sugar	0 g	0 g

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