Description
Whole roasted chicken is a timeless dish that impresses guests and satisfies families alike. This easy recipe yields a beautifully golden, crispy-skinned chicken with juicy, flavorful meat that will become the star of any dinner table. With minimal prep work and customizable flavors, this dish is perfect for weeknight meals or special occasions. The secret lies in using quality ingredients and allowing the chicken to rest after roasting for ultimate tenderness. Serve alongside your favorite sides, and enjoy a delicious meal that everyone will love.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4–5 pound whole chicken
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tablespoon kosher salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- Fresh herbs (rosemary, thyme)
- 1 lemon, halved
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C) and lightly grease a roasting pan.
- Remove giblets from the chicken; rinse and pat dry.
- Rub olive oil over the chicken; season generously inside and out with salt and pepper.
- Stuff the cavity with fresh herbs and half of the lemon; tie legs if desired.
- Roast for about an hour until internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
- Let rest for 15 minutes before carving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/6 of whole chicken (approx. 170g)
- Calories: 335
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 530mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 0g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg