Lemon Thyme French Roast Chicken

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This super simple French Roast Chicken recipe can easily be the main course for a special Sunday lunch with friends or a Tuesday night meal for the kids.

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The meat is juicy and tender with the delicate perfume from the lemons, garlic and thyme. The skin is crispy and flavorful. Simply exquisite as well as super easy to make!

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Ingredients

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STEP 1

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STEP 2

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STEP 3

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STEP 4

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SWIPE UP FOR THE FULL RECIPE

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