Lemon Roasted Chicken

4.31 from 86 votes

This Lemon Roast Chicken starts with fresh chicken that is highly seasoned and sprinkled with citrus flavor that’s roasted in delicious juices, onions and potatoes.

Prep Time20

Cook Time1

Total Time1 20

Course: Main Course

Cuisine: American

Servings: servings

Calories: 246kcal

Author: Jocelyn Delk Adams

Ingredients

6 medium gold potatoes peeled and thinly sliced (can also use russet)
1 large onion chopped
2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
Salt, pepper and lemon pepper to taste
2 teaspoons garlic powder
1 teaspoon paprika
1 pound chicken pieces
2 small lemons sliced in half
4 tbsp unsalted butter
parsley for garnishing

Instructions

Preheat oven to 425 degrees.
Add potato slices and onions to the bottom of the dutch oven.
Drizzle with olive oil and season with salt, pepper and lemon pepper to taste.
Season with half of garlic powder and paprika.
Season both sides of chicken pieces with salt, pepper and lemon pepper.
Place chicken facing up on top of potatoes and onions.
Season with remaining garlic powder and paprika.
Sprinkle with lemon juice then add lemon slices to pan.
Cut butter into small pats and add to the top of the chicken
Cover dutch oven and bake for 1 hour or until chicken is cooked through and potatoes and onions are tender and caramelized. If you want to brown the top of the dish further and add more color, place under a broiler for a few minutes until it reaches the color you prefer.
Cool for 10-15 minutes, sprinkle with parsley and serve.

Notes

How to store & reheat roasted lemon chicken

To store leftovers, first let it cool to room temp, then place it in an airtight container. For reheating, warm it in the oven at 350°F for about 10-15 minutes, or until it's heated through and the skin is crispy again. This method helps to retain the flavors and keeps the chicken moist and delish boos!

How long will lemon roast chicken last in the fridge?

It should last for up to 3-4 days.

Can I freeze roast lemon chicken?

For sure boos. Just make sure you bring the entire meal to room temp then divide the potatoes and chicken separately. They should last for about 3 months.

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