Description
A delightful blend of flavors and textures featuring juicy chicken infused with zesty lemon and aromatic herbs, paired with tender summer squash.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 whole chicken (about 4–5 pounds)
- 2 medium summer squash, sliced
- 1 lemon, zested and juiced
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 2 tablespoons fresh rosemary, chopped
- 2 tablespoons fresh thyme, chopped
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon salt (or to taste)
- 1 teaspoon black pepper (or to taste)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
- In a small bowl, combine olive oil, lemon juice, lemon zest, rosemary, thyme, garlic, salt, and black pepper to create a marinade.
- Rinse the chicken under cold water and pat it dry with paper towels. Place it in a large roasting pan.
- Rub the marinade all over the chicken, ensuring it gets under the skin and inside the cavity. Let it marinate for at least 30 minutes at room temperature or refrigerate for up to 2 hours.
- Slice the summer squash into rounds and toss with olive oil, salt, and pepper.
- Place the marinated chicken in the preheated oven and roast for about 1 hour to 1 hour and 15 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).
- About 20 minutes before the chicken is done, add the sliced summer squash around the chicken in the roasting pan.
- Once the chicken is golden brown and juices run clear, remove it from the oven and let it rest for 10-15 minutes before carving.
Notes
- For a lower-fat option, use skinless chicken parts.
- Replace summer squash with zucchini or bell peppers for variety.
- Marinate the chicken overnight for extra flavor.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- To reheat, place in the oven at 350°F (175°C) until warmed through.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/6 of chicken with squash
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: Lemon Herb Roasted Chicken, Summer Squash, Roasted Chicken Recipe, Summer Recipes