Kittencal's Greek Lemony Garlic Whole Roasted Chicken

Step 1: Rub inside cavity of chicken with 3 tablespoons soft butter.

Step 2: Using a sharp knife, cut 16 small slits all over the chicken.

Step 3: Place one halved garlic clove in each slit (you can use more garlic if you like).

Step 4: Place chicken on a rack in a shallow roasting pan (chicken must be on a rack).

Step 5: Place the 2 whole lemons inside the cavity (make certain to poke holes all over the whole lemons using a fork)

Step 6: Using a cotton string tie the legs together

Step 7: Pour 1 can of broth over chicken, then pour the remaining can into the pan.

Step 8: In a bowl combine 3 tablespoons oil with 3 tablespoons melted butter and lemon juice; pour half over chicken.

Step 9: In a small cup or bowl combine the oregano with seasoned salt, black pepper and garlic powder, then sprinkle over chicken.

Step 10: Cover with foil and bake in a preheated 350 degrees F oven (lowest oven rack) for 2 hours.

Step 11: Remove from the oven, then drizzle remaining oil mixture and broth over chicken, then baste with pan juices, then continue baking uncovered for another 1 to 1-1/2 hours or until a meat thermometer reads 180 degrees F (basting several times during cooking).

Step 12: Cover and let stand for 10 minutes before serving.

Step 13: Serve with pan juices if desired.