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A perfectly golden-brown whole roasted chicken ready to serve.

Proven way to grow the perfect Roasted Chicken

This recipe guides you through the process of roasting a whole chicken to achieve a perfect, succulent result with crispy skin. It focuses on simple techniques and minimal ingredients for maximum flavor.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 45 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Calories: 400
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 (3-4 lb) whole chicken
  • 2 tbsp butter, melted
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 0.5 tsp black pepper
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 0.5 tsp onion powder
  • 3 fresh rosemary sprigs
  • 1 lemon, halved

Equipment

  • roasting pan
  • small bowl
  • kitchen twine

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and remove the giblets from the chicken, then pat the chicken dry with paper towels.
Seasoning
  1. In a small bowl, mix the melted butter with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder to create a seasoning rub.
  2. Generously rub the butter mixture all over the chicken, making sure to get under the skin of the breasts and thighs.
Roasting
  1. Place the rosemary sprigs and lemon halves inside the chicken cavity, then tie the legs together with kitchen twine.
  2. Place the chicken in a roasting pan and roast for 75-90 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C) in the thickest part of the thigh.
Resting
  1. Once cooked, remove the chicken from the oven and let it rest, loosely covered with foil, for 10-15 minutes before carving and serving.

Notes

For extra crispy skin, try increasing the oven temperature to 425°F (220°C) for the last 15-20 minutes of cooking. You can also add chopped vegetables like carrots, potatoes, and onions to the roasting pan for a complete meal.