Perfect Roast Chicken

Few dishes bring the same cozy comfort as a perfectly roasted chicken. Whether you’re new to cooking or a total pro, this easy recipe gives you crispy skin, juicy meat, and that classic homemade flavor every single time. This easy roast chicken recipe delivers gourmet flavor without the fuss. Crispy skin, juicy meat, and that homemade goodness every time!

Author: Weelicious

Meal Type: Milk Free

Cuisine: American

Difficulty: MEDIUM

Prep. Time: 10 minutes

Cook Time: 1 hour

Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes

Servings: 4 servings

Calories: 1,020 kcal per serving

Ingredients

1 - whole chicken
1 tbsp - olive oil
3 teaspoons - kosher salt
3–4 sprig - thyme
1 - lemon
5 cloves - garlic

Instructions

Pat the chicken dry (inside and out), removing as much moisture as possible.
Rub chicken all over with olive oil, season inside and out with salt.
Place chicken in a 9-inch skillet with an oven-proof handle, cast iron skillet or sheet tray lined with foil.
Heat oven to 450°F.
Stuff chicken with herbs, lemon and garlic and tie legs together.
Place chicken in oven and bake for 15 minutes. Lower temperature to 350°F and continue to bake for 45-50 minutes or until internal temp reads 160°F.
Remove from oven and allow chicken to cool for 10 minutes and serve.

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