Description
Foolproof Roast Chicken is the quintessential comfort dish that guarantees a juicy, tender bird with perfectly crispy skin. This straightforward recipe uses simple ingredients and easy techniques to create a meal that’s sure to impress at any gathering. With its mouthwatering aroma filling your kitchen, this roast chicken will become a staple for family dinners or special occasions, leaving everyone at the table eager for seconds.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 whole chicken (4–5 pounds)
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tsp salt
- 1 tsp black pepper
- 2 tbsp fresh thyme or rosemary
- Zest and juice of 1 lemon
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Pat the chicken dry with paper towels, then season generously with salt and pepper inside and out.
- In a bowl, combine olive oil, lemon juice, lemon zest, minced garlic, and herbs. Rub the mixture all over the chicken, including under the skin.
- Place the chicken breast-side up in a roasting pan and roast for about 1 hour and 15 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches at least 165°F (75°C).
- Let the chicken rest for 10-15 minutes before carving and serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 75 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/6 of the whole chicken (approximately 170g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 740mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 0g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 115mg