Crispy Lemon Herb Roasted Chicken

1Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).

2Prepare the ingredients: Wash and pat dry the whole chicken (1). Cut one lemon into slices and halve the other. Peel and smash the garlic (4 cloves) cloves.

3In a small bowl, combine the olive oil, (¼ cup) juice from the halved lemon, chopped rosemary, chopped thyme, salt, and pepper. Mix well to create the marinade.

4Carefully loosen the skin of the chicken by gently sliding your fingers underneath, being careful not to tear the skin.

5Rub the marinade under the skin of the chicken, covering as much of the meat as possible.

6Place the lemon slices and smashed garlic (4 cloves) inside the cavity of the chicken.

7Tie the legs together with kitchen twine and tuck the wings underneath the body.

8Transfer the chicken to a roasting pan and place it in the preheated oven.

9Roast the chicken for about 1 hour and 20 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C) and the skin is crispy and golden brown.

10Once cooked, remove the chicken from the oven and let it rest for 10-15 minutes before carving.

11Serve the crispy lemon herb roasted chicken with your favorite side dishes and enjoy!