Herb Marinated Roast Chicken

Step 1

Combine all ingredients for the marinade (except for the last one- lemons and limes) .

Step 2

Slather the marinade all over the chicken, get all up under the skin, you want the marinade to touch all parts, including the legs and thighs. Let it marinate in the refrigerator, covered, for at least 2 hours. Overnight is always best.

Step 3

Take the chicken out of the fridge 30 minutes to up to 1 hour before you plan to cook.. room temp chicken will cook evenly every single time.

Step 4

Take everything out of your oven, you know who you are ;-) and preheat to 375 degrees F

Step 5

Place the chicken, marinade and all on a sheet pan and transfer to the oven. Roast for about 1 hour no more than 1.5 hours. Optional- slice the lemons and roast with the chicken for the last 5-10 minutes. The chicken is done when the juices run clear after being pricked with a knife near the thigh bone. If you have a thermometer it should read 165F

Step 6

Let the chicken rest, for at least 5-10 minutes before you cut it up and serve. Squeeze the roasted lemon juice over the chicken.

Step 7

Enjoy!