Description
Oven-Roasted Chicken is a culinary masterpiece that fills your kitchen with irresistible aromas and elevates any meal. This recipe features a succulent 4-5 pound whole chicken, seasoned to perfection with fresh herbs, garlic, and zesty lemon, resulting in crispy skin and juicy meat. Perfect for family dinners or special occasions, this dish creates unforgettable memories around the table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 whole chicken (4–5 pounds)
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tablespoon fresh rosemary, chopped
- 1 tablespoon fresh thyme, chopped
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
- 6 garlic cloves, smashed
- 1 lemon, cut into wedges
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
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, and fresh herbs inside and out.
- Place smashed garlic cloves and lemon wedges inside the cavity.
- Roast in the preheated oven for about 1 hour and 15 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C). Broil for extra crispiness if desired.
- Let rest for 10-15 minutes before carving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 75 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/6 of whole chicken (approximately 130g)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 17g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 29g
- Cholesterol: 80mg