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The Perfect Roasted Chicken





Serves 8 |
Crisp on the outside, tender and juicy on the inside.
Ingredients:
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Kosher salt, to taste+ Add to Shopping List |
1 lemon, sliced thin+ Add to Shopping List |
8 lb whole chicken+ Add to Shopping List |
Fresh rosemary, for seasoning+ Add to Shopping List |
Ground black pepper, to taste+ Add to Shopping List |
Fresh thyme, for seasoning+ Add to Shopping List |
2 tablespoons olive oil+ Add to Shopping List |
Directions:
- Preheat oven to 425° F. Arrange rack in the middle of the oven.
- Dry chicken with paper towels.
- Drizzle olive oil over chicken, rub in well. Generously season with salt and pepper.
- Place rosemary, lemon and thyme inside chicken.
- Place chicken breast side up in roasting pan. Cook for 20 minutes. Then reduce heat to 375° F. Cook for additional 60 minutes.
- Remove chicken from oven. Let cool for 20 minutes before carving.
Cooking Method: | Roast |
Course: | Dinner |
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