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Easy Roasted Chicken

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Roasted chicken is a timeless classic that transforms any meal into a celebration. This easy recipe yields a succulent bird with crispy skin and juicy meat, infused with aromatic herbs and spices.

  • Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
  • Yield: Serves 8

Ingredients

  • Whole chicken (3-4 pounds)
  • Olive oil
  • Kosher salt
  • Freshly ground black pepper
  • Fresh rosemary and thyme
  • Lemon juice
  • Garlic cloves

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
  2. Rinse and pat dry the whole chicken.
  3. Rub olive oil all over, then season generously with salt and pepper both inside and out.
  4. Stuff the cavity with fresh herbs.
  5. In a small bowl, combine lemon juice and minced garlic; pour over the chicken and let marinate for at least one hour.
  6. Place the marinated chicken breast-side up in a roasting pan and roast for about an hour or until juices run clear from the thigh.
  7. Allow to rest for 10 minutes before carving.
  • Author: Jennifer
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 60 minutes
  • Category: Main
  • Method: Roasting
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 piece (170g)
  • Calories: 335
  • Sugar: 0g
  • Sodium: 340mg
  • Fat: 21g
  • Saturated Fat: 5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 15g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 0g
  • Fiber: 0g
  • Protein: 33g
  • Cholesterol: 86mg