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Cozy Lemon Herb Roasted Chicken Recipe with Easy Spring Vegetables

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A comforting and fresh roasted chicken recipe infused with lemon and herbs, paired with vibrant spring vegetables. Perfect for a cozy meal that’s easy to prepare and full of flavor.

Ingredients

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  • Whole chicken (about 4-5 pounds / 1.8-2.3 kg)
  • 2 medium fresh lemons (one for zest and juice, one sliced for roasting)
  • Fresh herbs: rosemary, thyme, parsley (a handful each)
  • 4–5 garlic cloves, minced
  • 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper
  • About 4 cups spring vegetables: baby carrots, asparagus spears (trimmed), new potatoes (halved or quartered), peas or snap peas (optional)
  • 2 tablespoons softened butter (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
  2. Pat the chicken dry inside and out with paper towels. Season the cavity generously with salt and pepper.
  3. Zest one lemon and juice it. Mix the lemon zest, juice, minced garlic, chopped fresh rosemary, thyme, parsley, softened butter, olive oil, salt, and pepper in a small bowl to create your herb butter mixture.
  4. Loosen the skin gently using your fingers to separate it from the breast meat without tearing. Spread about two-thirds of the herb butter evenly under the skin, then rub the remaining butter all over the outside of the chicken.
  5. Stuff the chicken cavity with the second lemon, sliced in half, and a few sprigs of herbs.
  6. Truss the chicken by tying the legs together with kitchen twine.
  7. Toss baby carrots, halved new potatoes, and trimmed asparagus with olive oil, salt, pepper, and a few sprigs of chopped herbs. Arrange them around the chicken in the roasting pan along with the lemon halves from the cavity.
  8. Roast the chicken and vegetables for 60-75 minutes. About halfway through, baste with pan juices.
  9. Check doneness by inserting a meat thermometer into the thickest part of the thigh; it should read 165°F (74°C). Continue roasting if needed, checking every 5 minutes.
  10. Five minutes before done, scatter peas or snap peas over the vegetables.
  11. Remove the chicken from the oven and let it rest for 10-15 minutes before carving.

Notes

Dry the chicken skin thoroughly before seasoning for crispier skin. Truss the chicken to ensure even cooking. Baste halfway through roasting to keep the meat moist. Rest the chicken 10-15 minutes before carving. For crispier skin, broil for 2-3 minutes at the end but watch carefully to avoid burning. Butter can be substituted with coconut oil or extra olive oil for dairy-free option. Vegetables can be swapped seasonally.

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Keywords: roasted chicken, lemon herb chicken, spring vegetables, easy dinner, comfort food, roasted vegetables, whole chicken recipe

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