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April 29, 2025

A whole chicken roasted low and slow in your oven produces a tender, fall-off-the-bone bird that is worlds better than any grocery store rotisserie chicken. The recipe is a Yummly original created by Sara Mellas.

12 Ingredients

Ingredients

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Warning0 allergens identified

Instructions

Preheat the oven to 300°F.

Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil, and position a wire rack in the pan.

Remove and discard the giblets from the cavity of the chicken.

Crush the garlic cloves with the side of a knife and discard the papery skins.

Take one garlic clove and rub it firmly over the entire surface of the chicken. Place all the crushed garlic cloves in the cavity of the chicken.

Liberally season the chicken inside and out with the salt and black pepper.

Stir the softened butter and olive oil together in a small bowl until mostly combined. With clean hands, rub the butter and olive oil all over the surface of the chicken and under the breast skin.

Sprinkle the paprika and garlic powder over the chicken, then place the chicken on the wire rack breast side up.

Tie the legs together with kitchen twine, and tuck the wing tips beneath the body of the chicken.

Separate the onion into two parts and place into the cavity of the chicken, along with the parsley, thyme, and lemon half.

Roast the chicken on middle rack of oven until the thickest part of the breast reaches an internal temperature of 160°F, 2 3/4-3 hours.

Check to see that chicken is done. Remove from oven or add time as needed.

Allow chicken to rest for 10 minutes before serving. Leftovers may be refrigerated for 3-4 days or frozen for up to 2 months.

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Tips & Tricks (5)

Dry Brine Magic 🧂
Pat the chicken completely dry and season with salt 12-24 hours before roasting to create a crispy, golden skin and deeply seasoned meat.
Butter Under the Skin 🧈
Gently separate the chicken skin from the meat and massage softened herb butter directly onto the meat for maximum flavor penetration and moisture.
Roasting Rack Technique 🍗
Use a wire roasting rack inside your baking sheet to elevate the chicken, allowing hot air to circulate evenly and create a perfectly crisp skin all around.
Aromatics Bed Trick 🌿
Create a flavorful base by spreading chopped onions, garlic, and herbs underneath the chicken to infuse additional depth and prevent burning.
Low and Slow Perfection 🔥
Roast at a lower temperature (325°F) for a longer time to ensure the chicken remains incredibly tender and juicy without drying out.