The Perfect Lemon Roast Chicken Recipe For The Perfect Date Night

What could be a better way to celebrate love than a delicious dinner? So, here’s the perfect recipe for you!

Perhaps you have a complete soft spot for Valentine’s Day. Perhaps you view it as an excessively hyped occasion where the flower industry makes out like a bandit. Regardless, there is no disputing that February 14 is the perfect day to show your loved ones how much you care, love doesn’t need a particular day to be celebrated. And what better way than food to express your love?

You can put that love into action by enjoying a meal with your dear darling, whether you’re marking the beginning of a new relationship or spending the day with your long-time partner. Here you don’t need to be a professional chef to duplicate this delicious ‘Lemon Herb Roast Chicken’ recipe, we’ve listed it to help you prepare the ideal romantic dinner in the comfort of your own home.

Lemon Herb Roast Chicken

Ingredients:

2 tsp lemon zest

2 garlic cloves (minced)

1 tsp fresh thyme

4 tbsp softened butter or olive oil

1 whole chicken (4 to 5 lbs.), patted dry

1 medium onion (sliced)

1 bunch radishes, quartered

ROASTED ONION AND RADISHES

Method:

Before beginning the process, preheat the oven to 350°F.

1. Combine Garlic, lemon zest, thyme, and 2 tbsp butter, along with lemon and pepper according to taste and mash all the ingredients until combined. Also, separate the skin from the chicken gently with your fingers.
2. Put the butter mixture underskin of the chicken spreading it evenly. Wrap wings around the breast and tie drumsticks together.
3. In a medium roasting pan, place the chicken nicely and arrange the sliced onions around it. Brush the remaining melted butter around the chicken and sprinkle with a generous amount of salt and pepper. On the bottom of the pan, pour some water.
4. Reset the oven to 425°F, and roast the chicken for good 50 minutes. Make sure the water doesn’t dry out completely (add some more if necessary), until 165°F is recorded on the thermometer when put into the thickest area of the thigh.0

5. Once done, let the chicken rest for at least 15 minutes before making the first carve. Also, drizzle the remaining juices in the pan over the chicken, and serve it with your choice of salad or any other garnish.