Crisp Roast Chicken
Experience the ultimate comfort food with this Crisp Roast Chicken recipe, a true celebration of simplicity and flavor. Perfectly seasoned with kosher salt, freshly ground black pepper, and a drizzle of olive oil, this whole roasted chicken boasts irresistibly golden, crispy skin and tender, juicy meat. Stuffed with bright lemon halves, aromatic garlic, and fresh sprigs of rosemary and thyme, every bite is infused with herbaceous, zesty notes. With just 15 minutes of prep time and the magic of oven roasting, this recipe delivers a show-stopping main dish that’s ideal for cozy family dinners or elegant gatherings. Pair it with your favorite sides for a meal that’s as satisfying as it is easy to make.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 4-5 lb (approximately) Whole chicken
- 2 tablespoons Kosher salt
- 1 tablespoon Freshly ground black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 whole Lemon
- 3 sprigs Fresh rosemary
- 5 sprigs Fresh thyme
- 6 cloves Garlic
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Place a rack in the center of the oven.
Pat the chicken dry with paper towels to remove excess moisture. This helps achieve crispy skin.
Season the chicken generously inside and out with kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper.
Drizzle the olive oil over the chicken, using your hands to rub it evenly over the skin.
Cut the lemon in half and place both halves inside the cavity of the chicken along with the fresh rosemary, fresh thyme, and 4 garlic cloves (leave them whole and slightly smashed).
Tie the legs of the chicken together with kitchen twine and tuck the wings underneath the body to prevent them from burning.
Place the chicken breast-side up on a roasting rack set inside a baking dish or roasting pan.
Roast the chicken in the preheated oven for 70-90 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C) when measured in the thickest part of the thigh (avoid touching the bone). The skin should be golden and crisp.
Halfway through cooking, baste the chicken with the pan juices for extra moisture and flavor.
Once done, remove the chicken from the oven and let it rest for 10-15 minutes to allow the juices to redistribute.
Carve the chicken and serve with your favorite sides. Enjoy your perfectly crisp roast chicken!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
583 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 43.3 g | 56% | |
| Saturated Fat | 8.7 g | 43% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 136 mg | 45% | |
| Sodium | 3696 mg | 161% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 16.7 g | 6% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.0 g | 18% | |
| Total Sugars | 1.7 g | ||
| Protein | 37.2 g | 74% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 127 mg | 10% | |
| Iron | 4.6 mg | 26% | |
| Potassium | 666 mg | 14% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
