Lemon-Dijon Chicken

Lemon-Dijon Chicken
  • PREP TIME
    10 mins
  • COOK TIME
    1 hrs 30 mins
  • TOTAL TIME
    1 hrs 40 mins
  • SERVING
    4 People
  • VIEWS
    54

A symphony of bright citrus and savory Dijon, this Lemon-Dijon Chicken transforms the humble roast chicken into an elegant, flavorful centerpiece. The chicken is infused with a vibrant marinade and roasted alongside tender red potatoes, creating a complete and satisfying meal.

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Nutrition

  • Carbohydrate
    27 g
  • Cholesterol
    170 mg
  • Fiber
    2 g
  • Protein
    56 g
  • Saturated Fat
    9 g
  • Sodium
    652 mg
  • Sugar
    2 g
  • Fat
    33 g
  • Unsaturated Fat
    0 g

DIRECTIONS

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01 Step

Recipe View Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). (5 minutes)

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02 Step

Recipe View Squeeze 3 tablespoons juice from lemons; reserve squeezed lemon halves. Combine the lemon juice, parsley, mustard, garlic, oil, rosemary, pepper, and salt in a small bowl; blend well. (10 minutes)

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03 Step

Recipe View Toss the potatoes with 2 tablespoons of the parsley mixture in a large bowl. Reserve. Gently slide fingers between the skin and meat of the chicken to loosen skin. Spoon parsley mixture between skin and meat. Secure breast skin with toothpicks, if necessary. Place lemon halves in the cavity of chicken. Place chicken on a rack in a roasting pan. (20 minutes)

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04 Step

Recipe View Bake chicken in preheated oven for 30 minutes. Arrange potatoes around the chicken; bake until chicken juices run clear, about 1 additional hour. (90 minutes)

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05 Step

Recipe View Allow chicken to rest for 10 minutes before serving. (10 minutes)

For an extra layer of flavor, consider adding a splash of white wine to the roasting pan.
Ensure the chicken is cooked to an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) for optimal safety and tenderness.
If the chicken skin starts to brown too quickly, tent it with foil during the last 30 minutes of cooking.

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RECIPE REVIEWS

Avarage Rating: 4.0/ 5 ( 18 Ratings)
Total Reviews: (3)
  • Princess Aufderhar

    I loved how moist the chicken stayed. The lemon and Dijon are a perfect combination.

  • Newell Koeppfunk

    This recipe is a weeknight winner! So easy to throw together and the flavor is incredible.

  • Felipa Funk

    My family raved about this. Will definitely be making it again!

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