Description
A simple and delicious roast chicken recipe that delivers juicy meat and crispy skin every time. Perfect for a comforting family dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 whole chicken (about 4–5 lbs)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 lemon, halved
- 4 cloves garlic, smashed
- 2 sprigs fresh rosemary
- 2 sprigs fresh thyme
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425°F.
- Pat the chicken dry with paper towels.
- Rub the chicken with olive oil inside and out.
- Mix salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and paprika. Season the chicken evenly.
- Stuff the cavity with lemon, garlic, rosemary, and thyme.
- Place the chicken breast-side up in a roasting pan.
- Roast for 1 hour 15 minutes or until internal temperature reaches 165°F.
- Let rest for 10 minutes before carving.
Notes
- Use a meat thermometer for accuracy.
- Letting the chicken rest ensures juiciness.
- Adjust cooking time based on chicken size.
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: 1 hour 15 mins
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 chicken
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 45g
- Cholesterol: 145mg
Keywords: roast chicken, comfort food, easy dinner, family meal