Grandma's Classic Herb Roast Chicken

Rustic Herb Chicken Inspired by My Old Recipe Book

Grandma's Classic Herb Roast Chicken

Elijah Grounds

Inspired by the handwritten notes tucked into the pages of my grandmother’s worn recipe book, this rustic herb chicken celebrates the simplicity and elegance of traditional home cooking. Marinated in fragrant herbs and roasted to golden perfection, it's a dish that fills your kitchen with warmth and your table with soul-satisfying flavor.

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Prep Time 20

Cook Time 50

Total Time 1 10

Course Main Course

Cuisine French

Servings servings

Calories 91 kcal

Equipment

Oven
Mixing bowl
Roasting pan
Meat thermometer

Ingredients

1 whole chicken (about 3.5 to 4 lbs) preferably organic, free-range
2 tablespoons olive oil extra-virgin for best flavor
1 tablespoon fresh rosemary finely chopped
1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves
6 cloves garlic minced
1 teaspoon sea salt plus more to taste
½ teaspoon black pepper freshly ground
1 large lemon halved
1 medium yellow onion quartered

Instructions

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Position a rack in the center.
Pat the chicken dry with paper towels. This ensures a crisp skin during roasting.
In a bowl, mix olive oil, rosemary, thyme, minced garlic, salt, and pepper. Rub this herb mixture all over the chicken, making sure to season under the skin and inside the cavity for maximum flavor.
Stuff the cavity with the halved lemon and quartered onion to enhance moisture and aroma.
Place the chicken breast-side up in a roasting pan. Roast in preheated oven for 45–50 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C) at the thickest part of the thigh.
Remove the chicken and let it rest uncovered for 10–15 minutes before carving to allow juices to redistribute.

Notes

Try rubbing the herb mixture under the skin for more direct seasoning on the meat.
Add fingerling potatoes or carrots to the roasting pan to soak up the juices.

Nutrition

Calories: 91kcalCarbohydrates: 7gProtein: 1gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 0.2mgSodium: 584mgPotassium: 113mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 106IUVitamin C: 21mgCalcium: 32mgIron: 1mg

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