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 simple roast chicken recipe: Ingredients: - 1 whole chicken (about 4-5 pounds) - 2 tablespoons olive oil - 2 teaspoons salt - 1 teaspoon black pepper - 1 teaspoon paprika - 1 teaspoon dried thyme - 1 teaspoon dried rosemary - 1 teaspoon garlic powder - 1 lemon, halved - 1 onion, quartered - 4-6 cloves of garlic, peeled Instructions: 1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). 2. Remove the giblets from the chicken cavity, if any, and pat the chicken dry with paper towels. 3. In a small bowl, mix together the salt, black pepper, paprika, dried thyme, dried rosemary, and garlic powder. 4. Rub the olive oil all over the chicken, ensuring it is evenly coated. Sprinkle the spice mixture over the chicken, rubbing it into the skin. 5. Stuff the cavity of the chicken with the lemon halves, onion quarters, and garlic cloves. 6. Place the chicken on a roasting rack in a roasting pan, breast-side up. 7. Roast the chicken in the preheated oven for about 1 hour and 15 minutes, or until the internal tem

simple grilled chicken recipe: Ingredients: - 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts - 2 tablespoons olive oil - 2 cloves garlic, minced - 1 teaspoon paprika - 1 teaspoon dried oregano - 1/2 teaspoon salt - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper - Juice of 1 lemon Instructions: 1. Preheat your grill to medium-high heat. 2. In a small bowl, combine the olive oil, minced garlic, paprika, dried oregano, salt, black pepper, and lemon juice. Mix well to create a marinade. 3. Place the chicken breasts in a shallow dish or a resealable plastic bag. Pour the marinade over the chicken, making sure it is evenly coated. Allow the chicken to marinate for at least 30 minutes, or up to 4 hours in the refrigerator. 4. Remove the chicken from the marinade and discard any excess marinade. 5. Place the chicken breasts on the preheated grill. Cook for about 6-8 minutes per side, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C). The cooking time may vary depending on the thickness of the chicken breasts. 6. Once c