Greek-Inspired Lemon and Herb Roast Chicken

[pato2ya]

Yasou, food enthusiasts! Get ready to experience the sunny flavors of Greece with this Greek-Inspired Lemon and Herb Roast Chicken. This fusion dish features tender chicken infused with the bright flavors of lemon, garlic, and aromatic herbs, creating a succulent and flavorful main course that's perfect for any occasion. Serve this roast chicken with roasted potatoes, a crisp Greek salad, and tzatziki sauce for a complete Mediterranean-inspired meal. Let's dive in and elevate your dinner table with this delicious fusion creation!

Ingredients:

• 1 whole chicken (about 4-5 pounds), giblets removed
• 2 lemons, divided
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 tablespoons fresh oregano, chopped
• 2 tablespoons fresh rosemary, chopped
• 2 tablespoons fresh thyme, chopped
• 1/4 cup olive oil
• Salt and pepper, to taste
• 1 onion, quartered
• 4-6 garlic cloves, peeled
• Fresh oregano sprigs, for garnish (optional)

Instructions:

1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. Zest and juice one lemon. In a small bowl, combine the lemon zest, lemon juice, minced garlic, chopped oregano, chopped rosemary, chopped thyme, and olive oil. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
3. Rinse the chicken under cold water and pat dry with paper towels. Place the chicken in a roasting pan or baking dish.
4. Carefully loosen the skin of the chicken by gently running your fingers between the skin and the meat, being careful not to tear the skin.
5. Rub the lemon herb mixture all over the chicken, including under the skin and inside the cavity.
6. Cut the remaining lemon into wedges and place them inside the cavity of the chicken, along with the quartered onion and peeled garlic cloves.
7. Tie the legs of the chicken together with kitchen twine and tuck the wing tips under the body of the chicken.
8. Roast the chicken in the preheated oven for 1 hour and 15 minutes to 1 hour and 30 minutes, or until the juices run clear and the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C) when measured with a meat thermometer inserted into the thickest part of the thigh.
9. If the skin starts to brown too quickly, cover the chicken loosely with aluminum foil.
10. Once the chicken is cooked through, remove it from the oven and let it rest for 10-15 minutes before carving.
11. Garnish the Greek-Inspired Lemon and Herb Roast Chicken with fresh oregano sprigs, if desired.
12. Serve the roast chicken hot, accompanied by roasted potatoes, a crisp Greek salad, and tzatziki sauce.
13. Enjoy your succulent and flavorful roast chicken, a delicious fusion of Greek-inspired flavors that will transport you to the sun-drenched islands of the Mediterranean with every bite!

With its tender meat, zesty lemon, and aromatic herbs, this dish is sure to be a hit at your dinner table. Whether you serve it for a special occasion or as a comforting meal on a cozy evening, this fusion creation is guaranteed to impress your family and friends. Kali orexi! (Bon appétit!)

 

[Idris]

Yasou, food enthusiasts! Get ready to experience the sunny flavors of Greece with this Greek-Inspired Lemon and Herb Roast Chicken. This fusion dish features tender chicken infused with the bright flavors of lemon, garlic, and aromatic herbs, creating a succulent and flavorful main course that's perfect for any occasion. Serve this roast chicken with roasted potatoes, a crisp Greek salad, and tzatziki sauce for a complete Mediterranean-inspired meal. Let's dive in and elevate your dinner table with this delicious fusion creation!
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Ingredients:

• 1 whole chicken (about 4-5 pounds), giblets removed
• 2 lemons, divided
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 tablespoons fresh oregano, chopped
• 2 tablespoons fresh rosemary, chopped
• 2 tablespoons fresh thyme, chopped
• 1/4 cup olive oil
• Salt and pepper, to taste
• 1 onion, quartered
• 4-6 garlic cloves, peeled
• Fresh oregano sprigs, for garnish (optional)

Instructions:

1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. Zest and juice one lemon. In a small bowl, combine the lemon zest, lemon juice, minced garlic, chopped oregano, chopped rosemary, chopped thyme, and olive oil. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
3. Rinse the chicken under cold water and pat dry with paper towels. Place the chicken in a roasting pan or baking dish.
4. Carefully loosen the skin of the chicken by gently running your fingers between the skin and the meat, being careful not to tear the skin.
5. Rub the lemon herb mixture all over the chicken, including under the skin and inside the cavity.
6. Cut the remaining lemon into wedges and place them inside the cavity of the chicken, along with the quartered onion and peeled garlic cloves.
7. Tie the legs of the chicken together with kitchen twine and tuck the wing tips under the body of the chicken.
8. Roast the chicken in the preheated oven for 1 hour and 15 minutes to 1 hour and 30 minutes, or until the juices run clear and the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C) when measured with a meat thermometer inserted into the thickest part of the thigh.
9. If the skin starts to brown too quickly, cover the chicken loosely with aluminum foil.
10. Once the chicken is cooked through, remove it from the oven and let it rest for 10-15 minutes before carving.
11. Garnish the Greek-Inspired Lemon and Herb Roast Chicken with fresh oregano sprigs, if desired.
12. Serve the roast chicken hot, accompanied by roasted potatoes, a crisp Greek salad, and tzatziki sauce.
13. Enjoy your succulent and flavorful roast chicken, a delicious fusion of Greek-inspired flavors that will transport you to the sun-drenched islands of the Mediterranean with every bite!

With its tender meat, zesty lemon, and aromatic herbs, this dish is sure to be a hit at your dinner table. Whether you serve it for a special occasion or as a comforting meal on a cozy evening, this fusion creation is guaranteed to impress your family and friends. Kali orexi! (Bon appétit!)

This Greek-inspired lemon and herb roast chicken recipe looks fantastic! The combination of tangy lemon and fragrant herbs sounds like it would make for a deliciously flavorful dish. I can't wait to try making it for my next family dinner. Thanks for sharing!

 

[hoyeon]

This Greek-inspired lemon and herb roast chicken recipe looks fantastic! The combination of tangy lemon and fragrant herbs sounds like it would make for a deliciously flavorful dish. I can't wait to try making it for my next family dinner. Thanks for sharing!

I think this Greek-inspired lemon and herb roast chicken sounds absolutely delicious! Can't wait to try it out for dinner this weekend. Thanks for sharing!

 

[Nutellah_]

This roast chicken is a flavor bomb! Can't resist the zesty lemon and aromatic herbs. Definitely adding this to my dinner rotation!

 

[Keith_]

A Greek-inspired lemon and herb roast chicken? Sounds like a burst of Mediterranean flavors! Can't wait to taste the deliciousness!