Garlic Herb Roasted Chicken

Ingredients

• 4 lb Whole chicken
• 3 tbsp Olive oil
• 6 cloves Garlic cloves, minced
• 2 tbsp Fresh rosemary, chopped
• 1 tbsp Fresh thyme, chopped
• 1 tsp Black pepper
• 1 whole Lemon(optional)
• 1 tsp Paprika(optional)

Instructions

1. 1

   Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C). Pat the chicken dry with paper towels and let it sit at room temperature for 10 minutes.

2. 2

   In a small bowl, mix olive oil, minced garlic, rosemary, thyme, black pepper, and paprika.

3. 3

   Rub the herb mixture all over the chicken, including under the skin. Stuff the cavity with the lemon halves.

4. 4

   Truss the legs and place the chicken breast-side up on a roasting pan. Roast for 75 minutes, until internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C) in the thickest part of the thigh.

5. 5

   Rest the chicken for 10 minutes before carving. Serve and enjoy.