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Perfect Roast Chicken Recipe

Perfect Roast Chicken Recipe for Juicy, Flavorful Delights

The Perfect Roast Chicken Recipe offers juicy, flavorful delights that impress guests and family alike.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Refrigeration Time 1 hour
Total Time 2 hours 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Chicken
Cuisine: American
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 3.5 lbs Whole Chicken Choose a fresh chicken for the best flavor.
  • 1 Tbsp Kosher Salt Essential for seasoning and tenderizing the chicken.
  • 2 tsp Freshly Ground Black Pepper Enhances depth of flavor.
For Flavor Enhancements
  • Fresh Thyme or Rosemary Optional; these herbs impart aromatic flavors.
  • Lemon Slices Optional; brightens the dish with zesty citrus notes.

Equipment

  • oven
  • roasting pan
  • Instant-Read Thermometer
  • Platter

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Begin by removing any giblets from the cavity of the whole chicken and patting it dry thoroughly with paper towels.
  2. Sprinkle kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper generously all over the chicken, including inside the cavity.
  3. For the best crispy results, refrigerate the seasoned chicken uncovered for at least 1 hour or preferably overnight.
  4. Preheat your oven to 450°F for a fast roast or 400°F for a more gentle cooking method.
  5. Carefully place the chicken in the preheated oven, breast side up, and let it roast undisturbed for about 1 hour and 15 minutes.
  6. After the roasting time, use an instant-read thermometer to check the internal temperature of the chicken.
  7. Once fully cooked, carefully remove the Perfect Roast Chicken from the oven and let it rest for at least 15 minutes before carving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1Chicken LegCalories: 300kcalProtein: 25gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 750mgPotassium: 500mg

Notes

Feel free to customize the herbs or add different citrus fruits to the cavity for unique twists on your Perfect Roast Chicken Recipe.

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