Layered JavaScript-Inspired Lemon Herb Roasted Chicken

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A moist roasted chicken infused with fresh lemon and herbs, capturing the layered nature of JavaScript object creation. This Mediterranean-inspired New Year's recipe, ready in about 90 minutes, pairs whole chicken, lemon, fresh rosemary for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 350 calories and feeds 6, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 20 min Cook: 70 min Serves 6 Mediterranean cuisine 350 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 425°F. In a small bowl, combine 3 tbsp olive oil, 6 minced garlic cloves, 2 tbsp chopped rosemary, 2 tbsp chopped thyme, 1 tbsp salt, 1 tsp black pepper, and zest of 1 large lemon until well mixed.
  2. Step 2: Pat 4 lb whole chicken dry with paper towels. Gently loosen skin of the chicken breast and rub 2 tbsp softened butter under the skin, then evenly spread the herb and garlic mixture all over the chicken skin and inside the cavity. Place 4 lemon quarters inside the cavity.
  3. Step 3: Tie the legs together with kitchen twine and place chicken breast-side up on a roasting rack in a pan. Roast for 20 minutes at 425°F, then reduce heat to 375°F and continue roasting for 40-50 minutes more until internal temperature reaches 165°F and juices run clear.
  4. Step 4: Remove chicken from oven and let rest for 15 minutes before carving to allow juices to redistribute, resulting in tender, flavorful meat.

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