Oven Roasted Chicken
Oven-roasted chicken is the ultimate comfort food, filling your home with a tantalizing aroma that evokes nostalgia. This simple yet delicious recipe features tender, juicy chicken with perfectly crispy skin, infused with fragrant herbs and zesty lemon. Whether it’s a cozy Sunday dinner or a busy weeknight meal, this dish is sure to impress family and friends alike. Follow these straightforward steps to create a delightful centerpiece for your next gathering.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 75 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Main
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 whole chicken (4–5 pounds)
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 2 teaspoons fresh rosemary, chopped
- 2 teaspoons fresh thyme, chopped
- 4 cloves garlic, whole
- 1 lemon, cut into wedges
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Rinse the chicken under cold water and pat dry with paper towels.
- Rub olive oil all over the chicken and season generously with salt, pepper, rosemary, and thyme.
- Stuff the cavity with lemon wedges and garlic cloves.
- Place the chicken breast-side up in a roasting pan and roast for about 1 hour and 15 minutes or until juices run clear.
- Let the chicken rest for 10-15 minutes before carving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece of chicken (approximately 170g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 0g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 42g
- Cholesterol: 110mg
Keywords: For extra flavor, add vegetables like carrots and potatoes around the chicken during roasting. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to four days; reheat at 350°F for about 20 minutes.