ROMANTIC MEAL FOR 2 UNDER $25 recipe

Lemon-Herb Roasted Chicken with Roasted Vegetables

Ingredients:

1 (3-4 lb) whole chicken

1 lemon, juiced and zested

2 tablespoons olive oil

1 teaspoon dried oregano

1/2 teaspoon dried thyme

1/4 teaspoon salt

1/4 teaspoon black pepper

1 pound mixed vegetables (such as carrots, potatoes, and Brussels sprouts)

1 tablespoon olive oil

1/2 teaspoon salt

1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Instructions:

Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C).

Prepare the chicken: In a small bowl, combine the lemon juice, lemon zest, olive oil, oregano, thyme, salt, and pepper. Rub the mixture all over the chicken.

Roast the chicken: Place the chicken in a roasting pan and roast for 1 hour, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).

Prepare the vegetables: While the chicken is roasting, toss the mixed vegetables with olive oil, salt, and pepper. Spread the vegetables in a single layer on a baking sheet.

Roast the vegetables: Roast the vegetables for 20-25 minutes, or until tender and slightly browned.

Serve: Serve the roasted chicken with the roasted vegetables.