Lemon-Thyme Roasted Chicken

Dairy Free
Health score
38%
Lemon-Thyme Roasted Chicken
110 min.
4
1044kcal

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Indulge in the delightful flavors of our Lemon-Thyme Roasted Chicken, a dish that perfectly balances simplicity and sophistication. This dairy-free recipe is not only a feast for the senses but also a wholesome choice for your family meals, whether it's a cozy lunch or an elegant dinner. With a preparation time of just 110 minutes, you can easily impress your guests or treat your loved ones to a comforting home-cooked meal.

The star of this recipe is the succulent roasting chicken, infused with the zesty brightness of fresh lemon and the aromatic essence of thyme. As the chicken roasts, the flavors meld beautifully, creating a mouthwatering aroma that will have everyone eagerly anticipating the meal. The crispy skin, seasoned to perfection with salt and pepper, gives way to tender, juicy meat that is sure to satisfy even the most discerning palates.

What sets this dish apart is the rich, flavorful gravy made from the drippings, chicken broth, and a splash of dry white wine, adding a gourmet touch to your dining experience. Whether served alongside roasted vegetables or a fresh salad, this Lemon-Thyme Roasted Chicken is a versatile main course that will elevate any occasion. So, roll up your sleeves and get ready to create a memorable meal that will leave everyone asking for seconds!

Ingredients

  • 0.3 cup butter softened
  • cup chicken broth 
  • 0.5 cup wine dry white
  • tablespoons flour all-purpose
  • teaspoons thyme sprigs fresh chopped
  •  garlic clove minced
  • teaspoon pepper 
  •  optional: lemon halved
  • 0.5 medium onion 
  • pound roasting chickens 
  • teaspoon salt coarse-grain

Equipment

  • frying pan
  • sauce pan
  • oven
  • whisk
  • roasting pan
  • kitchen thermometer
  • aluminum foil

Directions

  1. Place 1 lemon half and onion half into chicken cavity. Squeeze remaining lemon half into chicken cavity.
  2. Stir together butter, garlic, and thyme. Starting at neck cavity, loosen skin from breast and drumsticks by inserting fingers and gently pushing between skin and meat. (Do not totally detach skin.) Rub half of butter mixture evenly under skin.
  3. Tie ends of legs together with string; tuck wingtips under.
  4. Spread remaining half of butter mixture over chicken.
  5. Sprinkle evenly with salt and pepper.
  6. Place chicken, breast side up, on a lightly greased rack in a lightly greased shallow roasting pan.
  7. Bake at 450 for 30 minutes.
  8. Reduce heat to 400, and bake for 55 to 60 minutes or until meat thermometer inserted into thigh registers 18
  9. Cover loosely with aluminum foil to prevent excessive browning, if necessary.
  10. Remove to a serving platter, reserving drippings in pan. Cover with foil, and let stand 10 minutes before slicing.
  11. Add broth to reserved drippings in pan, stirring to loosen browned bits from bottom.
  12. Whisk together pan drippings mixture, wine, and flour in a small saucepan. Cook, stirring often, over medium heat 5 minutes or until thickened.
  13. Serve with chicken.
  14. Chipotle Roasted Chicken: Substitute 1 canned chipotle pepper, chopped, and 1/4 cup adobo sauce from can for 3 garlic cloves and 2 teaspoons chopped fresh thyme.
  15. Sprinkle chicken with 1 teaspoon ground cumin and with 1 teaspoon each salt and pepper. Proceed as directed.

Nutrition Facts

Calories1044kcal
Protein28.69%
Fat67.54%
Carbs3.77%

Properties

Glycemic Index
62.38
Glycemic Load
3.24
Inflammation Score
-10
Nutrition Score
35.153043487798%

Flavonoids

Malvidin
0.02mg
Catechin
0.23mg
Epicatechin
0.17mg
Eriodictyol
5.77mg
Hesperetin
7.65mg
Naringenin
0.26mg
Apigenin
0.03mg
Luteolin
0.97mg
Isorhamnetin
0.69mg
Kaempferol
0.11mg
Myricetin
0.18mg
Quercetin
3.15mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:1044.34kcal
52.22%
Fat:75.71g
116.48%
Saturated Fat:20.67g
129.16%
Carbohydrates:9.51g
3.17%
Net Carbohydrates:8.11g
2.95%
Sugar:1.83g
2.04%
Cholesterol:357.13mg
119.04%
Sodium:1221.95mg
53.13%
Alcohol:3.09g
100%
Alcohol %:0.69%
100%
Protein:72.35g
144.69%
Vitamin B3:27.07mg
135.35%
Vitamin A:4054.53IU
81.09%
Selenium:50.07µg
71.53%
Phosphorus:711.6mg
71.16%
Vitamin B6:1.41mg
70.67%
Vitamin B12:4.12µg
68.73%
Vitamin B2:0.79mg
46.35%
Vitamin B5:4.36mg
43.58%
Zinc:5.49mg
36.62%
Iron:6.42mg
35.69%
Vitamin C:27.59mg
33.45%
Folate:121.1µg
30.28%
Potassium:932.31mg
26.64%
Magnesium:90.05mg
22.51%
Vitamin B1:0.31mg
20.77%
Manganese:0.35mg
17.27%
Copper:0.3mg
14.92%
Calcium:72.14mg
7.21%
Fiber:1.4g
5.62%
Vitamin E:0.52mg
3.44%
Source:My Recipes