Fantastic Roasted Chicken
Elevate your dinner table with this Fantastic Roasted Chicken recipe—a show-stopping main dish that's as simple as it is flavorful. This perfectly golden, crispy-skinned roast chicken is seasoned with a medley of pantry staples like paprika, garlic powder, and onion powder, while fresh rosemary, thyme, lemon, and garlic infuse the meat with aromatic goodness. With just 15 minutes of prep time, this foolproof recipe ensures juicy, tender chicken every time and is perfect for weeknight meals or special occasions. Serve it alongside your favorite sides, and enjoy a comforting, home-cooked meal that's sure to impress. Cooking a whole chicken has never been this delicious or rewarding!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 4-5 lbs whole chicken
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 teaspoons kosher salt
- 1.5 teaspoons black pepper
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 lemon
- 1 head of garlic
- 3 sprigs fresh rosemary
- 3 sprigs fresh thyme
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
Remove the chicken from its packaging, pat it dry with paper towels, and place it on a clean cutting board. Remove any giblets from the cavity, if included.
Drizzle the entire chicken with olive oil and rub it evenly over the skin.
In a small bowl, mix together the kosher salt, black pepper, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, and dried thyme. Sprinkle the seasoning mixture generously over the chicken, making sure to rub it into the skin for even coverage.
Cut the lemon in half and place both halves inside the chicken cavity along with the head of garlic (sliced horizontally in half) and the fresh rosemary and thyme sprigs. This will add aroma and flavor to the chicken as it roasts.
Tie the chicken legs together with kitchen twine to ensure even cooking. Tuck the wing tips under the chicken to prevent burning.
Place the seasoned chicken in a large roasting pan with a rack or on a rimmed baking sheet. If using a rack, make sure the chicken is elevated for better air circulation.
Transfer the chicken to the preheated oven and roast for approximately 90 minutes, or until an instant-read thermometer inserted into the thickest part of the thigh (without touching the bone) reads 165°F (74°C).
Once cooked, remove the chicken from the oven and loosely tent it with aluminum foil. Allow it to rest for 10-15 minutes to let the juices redistribute before carving.
Carve the chicken and serve it warm with your favorite side dishes.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
845 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 57.9 g | 74% | |
| Saturated Fat | 10.9 g | 55% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 136 mg | 45% | |
| Sodium | 1357 mg | 59% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 48.0 g | 17% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.0 g | 25% | |
| Total Sugars | 2.8 g | ||
| Protein | 43.1 g | 86% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 274 mg | 21% | |
| Iron | 6.5 mg | 36% | |
| Potassium | 1059 mg | 23% | |
*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.
