Gower's Lemon And Herb Roast Chicken

This Gower's Lemon and Herb Roast Chicken recipe is a classic dish from the beautiful Gower Peninsula in Wales. The combination of zesty lemon and aromatic herbs creates a flavorful and juicy roast chicken that is perfect for any occasion.

Gower's Lemon And Herb Roast Chicken

Ingredients

  • 1 whole chicken (about 4 pounds)
  • 2 lemons
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons fresh rosemary, chopped
  • 2 tablespoons fresh thyme, chopped
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Pat the chicken dry with paper towels and place it in a roasting pan.
  3. Season the chicken inside and out with salt and pepper.
  4. Stuff the cavity with one lemon (cut into quarters), garlic, rosemary, and thyme.
  5. Drizzle the olive oil over the chicken and rub it all over the skin.
  6. Squeeze the juice of the remaining lemon over the chicken.
  7. Roast the chicken in the preheated oven for 1 hour and 30 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
  8. Let the chicken rest for 10 minutes before carving and serving.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
15 minutes
Cooking time:
1 hour
Total time:
1 hour
Cooking method
Oven

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
350 per serving
Protein
25g
Carbohydrates
5g
Fat
26g

Supplies

Roasting pan Paper towels

Tools

Knife Cutting board Meat thermometer

Serving suggestions

Serve the Gower's Lemon and Herb Roast Chicken with roasted vegetables and a side salad for a complete meal.

Tips & tricks

For extra flavor, you can add a sprig of fresh rosemary and thyme to the roasting pan while the chicken cooks.

Cost

$15