Homestyle Chicken (with Herbs)
Description
Even with a minimal number of ingredients, you can make a delicious main dish. Instead of placing the herbs inside the cavity, you can finely chop them and place them under the skin. The meat will absorb all the flavors well. You can eat the chicken just a few minutes after cooking.
Instructions
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Step 1
1. Wash the chicken inside and out, then pat it dry with paper towels. Rub the inside of the chicken with salt. Finely chop a mixture of various herbs. Gently pull back the skin, add salt, and as much herbs as possible.
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Step 2
2. Spread the herbs under the entire skin, and place the remaining herbs on top of the chicken. Cut the lemon in half and place it inside, along with the bay leaf.
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Step 3
3. Use natural twine to tie the legs and wings to help the bird hold its shape. Drizzle the chicken with olive oil and season with pepper.
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Step 4
4. Bake the chicken in a preheated oven at 200 degrees for 5 minutes, then flip it over. Continue baking the chicken with the breast side down for about 45–60 minutes.
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Step 5
5. Serve the meat 5 minutes after baking.