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Easy Oven Roasted Chicken

Easy Oven Roasted Chicken

This Easy Oven Roasted Chicken recipe offers a juicy, tender, and flavorful whole roasted chicken that requires minimal prep and mostly oven time. Perfect for busy weeknights, it uses simple, fresh ingredients to create a wholesome and satisfying meal with crispy skin and aromatic herbs.

  • Total Time: 60-70 minutes
  • Yield: 4-6 servings 1x

Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

  • 1 whole chicken (3–4 pounds)
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 4 garlic cloves, minced
  • 2–3 sprigs fresh rosemary or thyme
  • 1 lemon, halved
  • Salt, to taste
  • Freshly ground black pepper, to taste

Instructions

  1. Preheat and prep: Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). While it heats, pat the chicken dry with paper towels—this helps the skin crisp beautifully.
  2. Season the chicken: Rub the chicken all over with olive oil, then generously season it inside and out with salt, pepper, minced garlic, and fresh herbs. Stuff a halved lemon inside the cavity for extra juice and fragrance.
  3. Roast the chicken: Place the chicken breast-side up in a roasting pan or oven-safe skillet. Roast uncovered for about 50-60 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C) when checked at the thickest part of the thigh.
  4. Rest before carving: Once out of the oven, allow the chicken to rest for 10-15 minutes before carving. This step is crucial to locking in all those delicious juices.

Notes

  • Pat the chicken skin dry to ensure it crisps up nicely.
  • Use a meat thermometer to check for an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) to avoid overcooking.
  • Let the chicken rest after roasting to redistribute juices for tender meat.
  • Add aromatics like garlic or herbs under the skin to amplify flavor.
  • Allow the chicken to come to room temperature for 20-30 minutes before roasting for even cooking.
  • Author: Lina
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 50-60 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1/6 of roasted chicken
  • Calories: 320
  • Sugar: 1 g
  • Sodium: 450 mg
  • Fat: 20 g
  • Saturated Fat: 5 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 14 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 1 g
  • Fiber: 0 g
  • Protein: 32 g
  • Cholesterol: 105 mg

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