Perfect Lemon Roast Chicken

5 from 2 reviews

Perfect Lemon Roast Chicken

When juicy, tender chicken pairs with irresistibly crispy skin, you know you're in for a treat with this Lemon Roast Chicken! I’ve got some foolproof tricks to make it 'perfect' every time, and trust me, you'll be amazed at how consistently delicious it turns out.

Prep Time1 10

Cook Time1 20

Total Time2 30

Course: Main Course

Cuisine: American

Servings:

Calories: 679kcal

Author: Donya Mullins

Ingredients

1 4-5 pound chicken - whole
olive oil
1 ½ tablespoons Montreal steak seasoning
2 lemons - cut into quarters
1 small onion - cut into quarters
4-5 peeled garlic cloves

Instructions

Remove chicken from packaging and place in cast iron skillet. Put skillet with chicken (UNCOVERED) in refrigerator for 1 hour. Take chicken from fridge and place on counter for 15 minutes.
Heat oven to 425 degrees.
Place 2 lemon pieces along with 1 onion quarter in cavity of chicken. Scatter remaining onion, lemons and garlic around pan. Drizzle chicken, onion and lemons with olive oil. Sprinkle with seasoning.
Place chicken in oven and roast for 20 minutes. Turn down heat to 400 degrees and continue to cook for 60 minutes. Check temperature by inserting an instant read themoter into thigh - it should read 155-160 when done. Remove chicken from oven and tent with foil. Let rest for 10 minutes
Slice chicken and serve with drippings along with onions and lemon.

Notes

Seasoning Variations:

- A Southern Soul House Seasoning

- I also like chili powder, Cajun seasoning, smoked paprika, lemon pepper, or Italian seasoning.

- Fresh herbs like chives, thyme, rosemary, and basil brighten the dish.

Leftovers:

You can store leftover chicken in the fridge in an airtight container for up to 5 days.

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