Ingredients

The following ingredients have 4 Servings
  • 1, 4-5 pound roasting chicken
  • 1/4 cup mayo
  • One lemon (zested then cut in half)
  • 1 teaspoon dried parsley
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried rosemary
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon sea salt
  • 2 inches cooking twine (to tie the chicken)

Instruction

  • Preheat oven to 375 F.
  • Pat the chicken dry with paper towels, then place breast side up in a large cast iron or roasting pan.
  • In a small bowl, mix together mayo, lemon zest, herbs, salt, and pepper. Rub the mixture evenly over the chicken.
  • Place the lemon halves inside of the cavity of the chicken, then tie the legs together with the twine.
  • Bake for 1 hour 15 minutes to 1 hour 30 minutes, until the chicken breast reaches a temperature of 165 F and the juices run clear when cut.
  • Let rest for at least 10 minutes, then carve and serve!