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easter food ideas dinner chicken

Easter Food Ideas Dinner Chicken: 7 Flavor-Packed Recipes

A collection of delicious chicken recipes perfect for an Easter dinner.

  • Total Time: 1 hour 45 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x

Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 whole chicken (about 4–5 lbs)
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon garlic powder
  • 1 tablespoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh herbs (rosemary, thyme)
  • 1 lemon, halved

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Rinse the chicken and pat it dry with paper towels.
  3. Rub the chicken with olive oil.
  4. Season the chicken with garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
  5. Stuff the cavity with fresh herbs and lemon halves.
  6. Place the chicken in a roasting pan.
  7. Roast in the oven for about 1.5 hours or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).
  8. Let the chicken rest for 10 minutes before carving.

Notes

  • Serve with roasted vegetables for a complete meal.
  • Leftovers can be used in salads or sandwiches.
  • Marinate the chicken overnight for more flavor.
  • Author: Evelyn E. Stotts
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: Roasting
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1/6 of the chicken
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 0g
  • Sodium: 150mg
  • Fat: 20g
  • Saturated Fat: 5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 15g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 0g
  • Fiber: 0g
  • Protein: 30g
  • Cholesterol: 85mg

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