It’s an interesting time of adjustment when your kids grow up and move on to their next adventure. Our eldest son has been living and working as a Ringer (jackaroo/station hand) on a huge cattle station in Western QLD for the past year. He is about to arrive home for the Christmas break, which my husband and I are so excited about.
Our littlest chicken is on a school exchange in Paris and won’t be with us this Christmas. We will miss him, as our little family comes together, however, he will have the most amazing time with his host family visiting Spain (don’t feel too sad for him!!). We love you Koala!
With our Kangaroo about to hop home, I am preparing a family favourite for his first meal. Roast chicken is our go-to for celebrations. Such a simple but delicious dinner that warms all our hearts.
Don’t be afraid of a roast, it’s the easiest way to prepare a chicken (or any type of meat for that matter!)
Ingredients
- 1.6kg whole chicken
- 1 lemon, halved
- 4 tablespoons olive oil
Preheat the oven to 220C. Lightly grease a roasting pan with olive oil.
Insert the halved lemon into the cavity of the chicken. Rub the olive oil all over the chicken with your hands. Season with salt and pepper.
Place breast side up and roast for approximately 1 hour, or until juices run clear when the thigh is pierced with a skewer.
Stand covered with foil for 10 minutes, prior to carving.
Serve with roast vegetables and gravy.
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