Garlic Herb Roasted Chicken

This garlic herb roasted chicken is tender, juicy, and infused with aromatic flavors. Perfect for a family dinner or a special occasion, this recipe delivers a golden-brown crispy skin and flavorful meat that pairs beautifully with your favorite sides.

Ingredients

• 1 whole chicken (about 4 pounds)
• 4 garlic cloves, minced
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 tablespoon fresh rosemary, chopped
• 1 tablespoon fresh thyme, chopped
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• Salt and pepper, to taste
• ½ lemon
• Extra rosemary sprigs (for stuffing)

Directions

1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
2. In a small bowl, mix 4 minced garlic cloves, 2 tablespoons of olive oil, 1 tablespoon of fresh rosemary, 1 tablespoon of fresh thyme, 1 teaspoon of paprika, salt, and pepper.
3. Pat the chicken (about 4 pounds) dry with paper towels. Gently loosen the skin over the breast and thighs and rub the garlic herb mixture under the skin and all over the chicken.
4. Place the chicken on a roasting pan and stuff it with half a lemon and a few sprigs of rosemary.
5. Roast for 1 hour 15 minutes, basting with pan juices every 20 minutes. The chicken is done when the internal temperature in the thickest part of the thigh reaches 165°F (74°C).
6. Remove from the oven and let it rest for 10 minutes before carving.
7. Serve with your choice of vegetables or rice.