Ingredients for Already Married Chicken Modified Engagement Chicken
- Whole Chickens
- Lemons
- Fresh Lemon Juice
- Kosher Salt
- Ground Black Pepper
How to Make Already Married Chicken Modified Engagement Chicken
- Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Place oven rack in the upper third of the oven.
- Rinse the chicken inside and out with cold water. Remove giblets. Pat chicken dry with paper towels and let it sit at room temperature for 15-20 minutes.
- Microwave 2 whole lemons for 40 seconds to soften them.
- Juice 2 lemons; reserve the juice. Cut the juiced lemons in half.
- Prick the remaining lemon with a fork several times.
- Place the whole lemon and two lemon halves inside the chicken cavity.
- Rub softened butter all over the outside of the chicken.
- Generously sprinkle salt and pepper all over the chicken, inside and out, and under any loosely attached skin.
- Place the chicken breast-side down on a rack in a roasting pan.
- Roast for 15 minutes.
- Remove from oven and turn the chicken breast-side up.
- Roast for another 35-40 minutes, or until a meat thermometer inserted into the thickest part of the thigh registers 165°F (74°C).
- Let the chicken rest for 15 minutes before carving.
- Carve and serve with pan juices. Enjoy!
Chef's Tip for Extra Flavor
Elevate your dish with simple flavor boosters! A final flourish of freshly chopped herbs can add incredible brightness, while a squeeze of lemon or lime juice right before serving can awaken all the flavors. Don't underestimate a sprinkle of quality finishing salt or a drizzle of good olive oil to make your creation shine.
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
6 g
Sugar
2g
Fat
50g
Carbs
4g
