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Emerald Isle Herb Roasted Chicken

This oven-roasted chicken is seasoned with a fresh and aromatic blend of Irish-inspired herbs like parsley, thyme, and rosemary, resulting in a juicy, flavorful dish perfect for St. Patrick’s Day


Ingredients

For the Herb Butter Rub:

  • 4 tbsp unsalted butter (softened)
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 3 cloves garlic (minced)
  • 1 tbsp fresh parsley (chopped)
  • 1 tbsp fresh thyme (chopped)
  • 1 tbsp fresh rosemary (chopped)
  • 1 tsp lemon zest
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 1/2 tsp smoked paprika (optional for color)

For the Chicken:

  • 1 whole chicken (about 4–5 lbs)
  • 1 lemon (cut into wedges)
  • 1 small onion (quartered)
  • 3 sprigs fresh thyme
  • 3 sprigs fresh rosemary
  • 3 sprigs fresh parsley

For Roasting:

  • 1/2 cup chicken broth or white wine (for moisture)
  • 2 large carrots (cut into chunks)
  • 2 celery stalks (cut into chunks)
  • 2 potatoes (cut into wedges)

Instructions

Step 1: Preheat & Prepare the Chicken

  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
  2. Remove any giblets from the chicken and pat the skin completely dry with paper towels (this helps it crisp up).

Step 2: Make the Herb Butter

  1. In a small bowl, mix butter, olive oil, garlic, parsley, thyme, rosemary, lemon zest, salt, pepper, and smoked paprika until well combined.

Step 3: Season the Chicken

  1. Gently loosen the chicken skin over the breast and thighs using your fingers or a spoon.
  2. Spread half of the herb butter under the skin, rubbing it directly onto the meat.
  3. Rub the remaining herb butter all over the outside of the chicken.

Step 4: Stuff & Truss

  1. Stuff the cavity with lemon wedges, onion, and fresh herb sprigs.
  2. Tie the chicken legs together with kitchen twine for even cooking.

Step 5: Roast the Chicken

  1. Place the carrots, celery, and potatoes in a roasting pan. Pour in chicken broth or white wine.
  2. Place the chicken on top of the veggies, breast-side up.
  3. Roast for 20 minutes at 425°F (220°C) to get the skin crispy.
  4. Reduce heat to 375°F (190°C) and continue roasting for 50–55 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).
  5. Baste the chicken with pan juices every 15–20 minutes for extra moisture and flavor.

Step 6: Rest & Serve

  1. Remove the chicken from the oven and let it rest for 10–15 minutes before carving.
  2. Serve hot with the roasted veggies and a drizzle of pan juices.

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