For extra flavor, add a few sprigs of fresh thyme or rosemary to the chicken cavity along with the lemon halves. If the chicken skin starts to brown too quickly, tent it loosely with foil during the last hour of baking. The pan drippings can be used to make a delicious gravy. Simply strain the drippings, skim off any excess fat, and thicken with a cornstarch slurry.
Simple Lemon-Baked Chicken
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PREP TIME10 mins
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COOK TIME3 hrs
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TOTAL TIME3 hrs 10 mins
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SERVING8 People
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VIEWS442
Imagine sinking your teeth into succulent, fall-off-the-bone chicken, infused with bright lemon notes and a hint of smoky paprika. This recipe transforms a humble whole chicken into a show-stopping centerpiece with minimal effort, promising a deeply flavorful and satisfying meal.
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Nutrition
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Carbohydrate2 g
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Cholesterol170 mg
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Fiber1 g
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Protein43 g
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Saturated Fat10 g
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Sodium1904 mg
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Sugar0 g
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Fat34 g
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Unsaturated Fat0 g
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01 Step
Recipe View Preheat oven to 300 degrees F (150 degrees C). Lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with cooking spray. (5 minutes)
02 Step
Recipe View Thoroughly pat the chicken dry with paper towels. This helps achieve a beautifully crisp skin. (2 minutes)
03 Step
Recipe View Generously rub the chicken inside and out with the kosher salt. Squeeze the juice from the lemon halves over the outside of the chicken, ensuring every inch is coated. Then, rub the paprika all over the chicken, creating a vibrant, flavorful crust. (8 minutes)
04 Step
Recipe View Place the lemon halves inside the chicken cavity. Transfer the chicken to the prepared baking dish. (2 minutes)
05 Step
Recipe View Pour the chicken broth (or water) over the chicken. This creates steam, ensuring a moist and tender bird. (1 minute)
06 Step
Recipe View Bake in the preheated oven, basting with the pan juices every hour, until no longer pink at the bone and the juices run clear. This will take approximately 3 hours. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the thickest part of the thigh, near the bone, should read at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C). (180 minutes)
07 Step
Recipe View Let the chicken rest for 15 minutes before carving and serving. This allows the juices to redistribute, resulting in a more flavorful and moist bird. (15 minutes)
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Tania Kovacek
Jan 5, 2025The paprika really makes a difference. My family loved it!
Sam Walsh
Apr 28, 2023This recipe is a lifesaver! So easy and the chicken was incredibly moist.
Tillman Ebertschimmel
Jan 30, 2023I added some garlic cloves to the cavity, and it was amazing!