Ingredients
– 1 whole chicken (about 4-5 pounds)
– 1 stick (1/2 cup) unsalted butter, softened
– 5-6 cloves of garlic, minced
– 2 tablespoons fresh rosemary, chopped
– 2 tablespoons fresh thyme, chopped
– 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
– 1 tablespoon lemon juice
– Salt, to taste
– Black pepper, to taste
– 1 lemon, cut into quarters
– Fresh herbs for garnish (optional)
Instructions
Creating Roasted Chicken with Garlic Herb Butter is simple and satisfying. Follow these steps to achieve the perfect roast:
1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
2. Prepare Chicken: Pat the chicken dry with paper towels, ensuring the skin is as dry as possible for a crisp finish.
3. Mix the Herb Butter: In a medium bowl, combine the softened butter, minced garlic, chopped rosemary, thyme, parsley, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Mix until well blended.
4. Season the Chicken: Carefully separate the skin from the chicken breast using your fingers, creating a pocket. This is where you will spread the herb butter.
5. Apply Butter: Take half of the garlic herb butter and gently spread it under the skin of the chicken. Rub the remaining butter all over the outside of the chicken, ensuring even coverage.
6. Stuff the Chicken: Place the lemon quarters inside the cavity of the chicken. This will add flavor as the chicken cooks.
7. Truss the Chicken: If desired, tie the legs with kitchen twine and tuck the wing tips under the body to prevent overcooking.
8. Roast the Chicken: Place the chicken in a roasting pan and transfer it to the preheated oven. Roast for about 1 hour and 15 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C). Baste with pan juices halfway through cooking for added moisture.
9. Rest the Chicken: Once cooked, remove the chicken from the oven. Allow it to rest for 10-15 minutes before carving. This resting period ensures juicy meat.
10. Serve: Carve the chicken and serve with your favorite sides, drizzling some of the pan juices over the top.
Following these steps will take you on a flavorful journey, leading to a beautiful and tasty Roasted Chicken with Garlic Herb Butter that everyone will love!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 470 kcal
- Fat: 35g
- Protein: 36g