Lemon Herb Roasted Chicken

Ingredients

• 1 whole chicken (3-4 lbs)
• 2 lemons, one juiced, one sliced
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 tbsp fresh rosemary, chopped
• 2 tbsp fresh thyme, chopped
• 3 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 1 onion, quartered
• 2 carrots, chopped
• 2 potatoes, chopped

Instructions

1. 1

   Preheat oven to 425°F

2. 2

   Mix lemon juice, garlic, herbs, olive oil, salt, and pepper

3. 3

   Loosen skin on chicken and rub herb mixture under the skin

4. 4

   Rub remaining mixture on the outside of the chicken

5. 5

   Place lemon slices and onion inside the cavity

6. 6

   Place chicken on a bed of carrots and potatoes in a roasting pan

7. 7

   Roast for 1 hour 15 minutes or until internal temperature reaches 165°F

8. 8

   Let rest for 15 minutes before carving

9. 9

   Serve with roasted vegetables