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Oven Roast Chicken Recipe

Oven Roast Chicken Recipe: Juicy Delight for Any Occasion

Discover the perfect Oven Roast Chicken Recipe with unmatched flavor, ideal for any occasion.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Resting Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 50 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 1 whole Chicken remove giblets
  • 1 tbsp Kosher Salt adjust for dietary needs
  • 1 tsp Black Pepper freshly ground
For the Seasoning
  • 1/2 cup Unsalted Butter or olive oil for lighter option
  • 1/4 cup Extra Virgin Olive Oil or avocado oil
  • 2 tbsp Lemon Juice or lime juice
  • 4 cloves Garlic minced, or garlic powder (1 tsp per clove)
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Parsley or fresh basil
For the Stuffing
  • 1 whole Lemon halved
  • 1 whole Garlic Bulb whole
  • 3 sprigs Rosemary or Thyme or 1 tsp dried herbs for each tbsp fresh
For Additional Flavor
  • 1/2 cup White Wine or chicken broth; can be omitted

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Mixing bowl
  • baking tray
  • parchment paper
  • Kitchen String

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 420°F (220°C) and line a baking tray with parchment paper.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine softened unsalted butter, olive oil, white wine (if using), kosher salt, black pepper, lemon juice, minced garlic, and chopped parsley. Whisk until smooth.
  3. Rub half of the seasoning mix generously onto the whole chicken, including under the skin.
  4. Stuff the chicken cavity with halved lemon, garlic bulb, and fresh herb sprigs. Tie the legs with kitchen string.
  5. Place the chicken breast-side up on the prepared baking tray and roast for 1 hour and 20 minutes, basting with the reserved seasoning at the 30-minute and 1-hour marks.
  6. Remove the chicken from the oven and let it rest for about 10 minutes before carving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 1gProtein: 35gFat: 32gSaturated Fat: 12gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 250mgPotassium: 300mg

Notes

Store leftover chicken in an airtight container for up to 4-5 days, or freeze in portioned bags for up to 5 months. Reheat in the oven at 350°F (175°C).

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