Herb Roasted Whole Chicken

By á-24535

adapted from The Pioneer Woman (Pastor Ryan's recipe)

Ingredients

• 3-4 lb whole chicken, dry skin well with a paper towel
• 1 lemon, cut in half
• 1 small onion, halved or quartered
• 2 cloves of garlic, smashed
• 1-2 Tbsp chopped fresh herbs OR 1-2 tsp dried herbs
• (combo of sage, rosemary and thyme)
• 2-3 Tbsp olive oil
• 1/2 - 1 Tbsp salt
• 1 tsp pepper

Details

Servings 3
Adapted from thepioneerwoman.com

Preparation

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 450 degrees.
Toss herbs, salt, and pepper into a small bowl.
Add 2-3 tablespoons of oil and stir.
Fill cavity of bird with lemon, onion, and garlic.
Rub herb/oil mixture all over the outside of the chicken.
Bake for 45 minutes covered with foil and then 30 minutes uncovered until golden brown and crusty.
Let rest 10-15 minutes before serving, to allow juices to redistribute.