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Oven Roast Chicken Recipe

Crispy Oven Roast Chicken Recipe for Juicy Family Feasts

This Oven Roast Chicken Recipe delivers a comforting, juicy dinner with crispy skin, perfect for family feasts.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Resting Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 50 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Chicken
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 1 whole Chicken (4 lbs) Make sure to remove the giblets for even cooking.
For the Seasoning
  • 1/4 cup Unsalted Butter Adds richness; can be swapped with olive oil if desired.
  • 4 tablespoons Extra Virgin Olive Oil Helps achieve that crispy skin.
  • 1/4 cup White Wine (Chardonnay) Enhances flavor; use chicken broth for non-alcoholic version.
  • Kosher Salt Adjust according to your taste preferences.
  • Black Pepper Adds a hint of heat; freshly ground will give the best flavor.
  • 2-3 tablespoons Lemon Juice Brightens the dish while keeping the chicken moist.
  • 4 cloves Garlic (finely minced) Brings aromatic richness.
  • 3 tablespoons Fresh Parsley (chopped) Feel free to substitute with thyme or rosemary.
For Stuffing
  • 1 large Lemon Stuff inside the cavity for moisture.
  • 1 bulb Garlic Adds flavor during roasting.
  • 3 Rosemary or Thyme Sprigs Fresh herbs that lend aroma.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Baking Tray
  • medium bowl

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 420°F (220°C). Line a baking tray with parchment paper.
  2. In a medium bowl, combine melted unsalted butter, olive oil, and white wine. Add salt, pepper, lemon juice, minced garlic, and chopped parsley. Mix until well incorporated.
  3. Pat the whole chicken dry with paper towels. Rub half of the seasoning mixture all over and inside the cavity of the chicken.
  4. Stuff the chicken cavity with lemon halves, garlic bulb, and herb sprigs.
  5. Place the seasoned chicken breast-side up in your baking dish and roast for about 1 hour and 20 minutes, basting at 30 minutes and 1 hour.
  6. Check the doneness with a thermometer; it should read 165°F (74°C).
  7. Let the chicken rest for about 10 minutes before carving and serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1portionCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 2gProtein: 50gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 130mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgSugar: 1gVitamin A: 350IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Regularly baste the chicken for moisture; consider broiling for an extra crispy finish if desired. Can be adapted for air fryer cooking.

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