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Roast Chicken

This roast chicken is juicy, tender, and flavorful, perfect for family gatherings or a quiet dinner at home.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 45 minutes
Servings: 6 people
Course: Main Dish
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 1 whole chicken about 4-5 pounds
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 lemon halved
  • 4 sprigs fresh rosemary
  • 4 cloves garlic smashed

Equipment

  • Roasting pan
  • Meat thermometer
  • Cutting board
  • Sharp knife
  • Aluminum foil

Method
 

  1. Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C).
  2. Remove the chicken from the packaging and pat it dry with paper towels.
  3. Rub the entire chicken with olive oil, then season generously with salt and black pepper.
  4. Place the lemon halves, rosemary sprigs, and smashed garlic inside the cavity.
  5. Tie the legs together with kitchen twine and tuck the wing tips under the body.
  6. Put the chicken in the roasting pan and place it in the oven.
  7. Roast for about 1 hour and 30 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
  8. Remove the chicken from the oven and cover it loosely with aluminum foil. Let it rest for 15 minutes.
  9. Carve the chicken using a sharp knife and serve.

Notes

This roast chicken pairs beautifully with garlic mashed potatoes, roasted vegetables, crispy salad, homemade stuffing, or crusty bread.