Simple Garlic Rosemary Roasted Chicken
Simple Garlic Rosemary Roasted Chicken is one of those classic recipes that fills the kitchen with a comforting, irresistible aroma, promising a delicious meal even before you taste a bite.
Ingredients · Servings 6
- 1 whole chicken (3–4 pounds)
- 1 tablespoon fresh rosemary (chopped, plus extra for cavity)
- 4 cloves garlic (chopped)
- 1 pimento pepper (chopped, or substitute celery pepper)
- 1 lemon (zestedd and juiced)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Method · 1 h 15 min
- Preheat oven to 400 °F (200 °C).
- In a small bowl, mix rosemary, garlic, chopped pimento pepper, lemon zest and juice, olive oil, salt, and pepper.
- Brush the marinade all over the chicken and inside the cavity; stuff with extra rosemary and lemon pieces. Tie legs and tuck wings.
- Place chicken breast-side up on the middle rack; roast uncovered. Baste every 15 minutes with accumulated juices.
- Roast for about 1 hour, or until the internal temperature reaches 165 °F (74 °C) in the thickest part.
- Let the chicken rest for 10 minutes before carving to retain juices.
