Weight Watchers Meyer Lemon Roast Chicken Recipe
Weight Watchers Meyer Lemon Roast Chicken Recipe. With simple ingredients like chicken, lemon, and shallots, this dish is easy to make and packed with flavor.
Lemon Chicken pairs wonderfully with a variety of side dishes. Whether you prefer mashed potatoes, a fresh salad, or steamed vegetables, this chicken will complement your meal beautifully.
This easy dinner will be your new favorite!
A helpful tip: Allow the roasted chicken to rest before serving to keep it juicy.
Weight Watchers Points
3 Points (2022/2024 Plan)
MyWW Points: 3 Blue Plan and 9 Green Plan
3 WW Freestyle Points and 9 Smart Points
Tips and Tricks
Preparing the Chicken
Make sure to pat the chicken dry with paper towels before seasoning. This helps the skin crisp up better during roasting.
Tying the Chicken
Tying the chicken’s legs together helps it cook more evenly. Use kitchen string to secure the legs, ensuring the chicken maintains a compact shape.
Roasting Lemons and Shallots
Roasting the lemons and shallots along with the chicken adds a depth of flavor to the dish. The juices from the lemons and shallots enhance the sauce.
Adding Broth
Adding chicken broth halfway through the roasting process keeps the chicken moist and adds flavor to the pan juices, which will be used for the sauce.
Checking Temperature
Use a meat thermometer to check the chicken’s internal temperature. Insert it into the thickest part of the thigh, ensuring it reaches 165°F (74°C) for safe consumption.
Resting the Chicken
Let the chicken rest for 10 minutes after roasting. This allows the juices to redistribute, making the meat more tender and easier to carve.
Making the Sauce
Remove excess fat from the pan juices before making the sauce. This results in a smoother, less greasy sauce.
Carving the Chicken
Carve the chicken by cutting along the joints and dividing it into portions. Serve with the sauce and lemon halves for added flavor.
Serving Suggestions
Serve the roasted chicken with a side of roasted vegetables or a simple salad. The lemon halves can be squeezed over the chicken for a fresh burst of flavor.
Storing Leftovers
Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat gently in the oven or microwave to maintain moisture and flavor.
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Weight Watchers Meyer Lemon Roast Chicken
Equipment
- Mini Food Processor
Ingredients
- 3½ pound skinless boneless light and dark meat chicken giblets removed
- ¾ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
- 3 Myer or regular lemon
- 4 small shallot peeled
- cup chicken broth
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley chopped
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and get a medium-sized roasting pan ready.
- Take the chicken and sprinkle it with ½ teaspoon of salt and ¼ teaspoon of pepper. Fold the chicken's wings under it and tie its legs together using kitchen string. Now, place the chicken in the roasting pan with its breast facing up.
- Put the lemon halves, cut side down, into the roasting pan around the chicken. Also, scatter the shallots around the chicken.
- Roast the chicken in the oven for 30 minutes. After that, add some broth to the pan. Keep roasting until a thermometer stuck into the chicken's thigh shows 165°F (about 74°C). This will take around 30 minutes more.
- Once it's done, take the chicken out of the oven and let it sit on a cutting board for about 10 minutes.
- After the chicken has cooled a bit, chop the shallots into small pieces. Put these shallots into a mini-food processor.
- Remove any fat from the juices in the pan. Add those juices, along with the remaining ¼ teaspoon of salt and ¼ teaspoon of pepper, into the food processor. Pulse it until the sauce becomes smooth.
- To carve the chicken. Cut it into pieces and divide them among 6 plates. Sprinkle some parsley on top.
- Serve the chicken with the sauce and the lemon halves. Just remember to remove the skin before eating.
Notes
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