Lavender and Honey Roasted Chicken

Ingredients

• Lemon - 1, sliced
• Black pepper - 1/2 teaspoon
• Salt - 1 teaspoon
• Garlic - 4 cloves, minced
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Honey - 1/4 cup
• Lavender - 2 tablespoons, dried
• Chicken - 1 whole, about 4 pounds

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. In a small bowl, combine the dried lavender, honey, olive oil, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper.
3. Place the chicken in a roasting pan and rub the lavender and honey mixture all over the chicken, including under the skin.
4. Stuff the cavity of the chicken with the lemon slices.
5. Roast the chicken in the preheated oven for about 1 hour, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C) and the skin is golden brown and crispy.
6. Remove the chicken from the oven and let it rest for 10 minutes before carving.
7. Serve the lavender and honey roasted chicken with your favorite side dishes.