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5 from 1 vote

Perfect Lemon Herb Roasted Chicken

The perfect roasted chicken recipe for flavorful, fall-apart chicken
Prep Time1 day
Cook Time45 minutes
Course: Dinner, Meal Prep
Keyword: chicken, citrus, dairy-free, gluten-free, herbs, marinades, paleo, protein, roatsed chicken, sugar-free, whole 30
Servings: 6 people

Ingredients

  • 4-6 chicken breasts or thighs, bone-in, skin-on
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp course fresh black pepper
  • 2 medium lemons
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 large bunch parsley or rosemary, chopped finely (or both)

Instructions

  • Place chicken in a refrigerator-safe container. Drizzle the olive oil all over the chicken and toss thoroughly so that each piece is well-coated. Add the salt and pepper and repeat -- tossing thoroughly so that each piece is well-coated. You can use clean hands to do this or tongs.
  • Add the garlic, lemon juice, and parsley. Toss everything very thoroughly.
  • Seal the container with a lid or wrap. Place in the refrigerator for 24-48 hours.
  • When ready to cook, remove chicken from the fridge, stir, and let rest for 15-60 minutes. Preheat the oven to 375º F.
  • Place chicken on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Roast in the oven for approximately 35-50 minutes, or until the chicken is very golden and reaches and internal temperature of 165º F. The time will vary depending on the size of the chicken pieces that you use. Watch them closely and baste them every 20 minutes or so.
  • Remove the chicken from the oven and let rest for 10 minutes before serving. Enjoy!