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Classic Roasted Chicken

1h 35mtotal
Prep: 20 min
Cook: 1h 15m
2servings
Classic Roasted Chicken

A whole chicken seasoned with herbs and roasted until the skin is golden and crisp.

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Ingredients

Servings:2
  • 4 pounds Whole chicken
  • 4 tablespoons Unsalted butter, softened
  • 2 teaspoons Kosher salt
  • 1 teaspoon Black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh rosemary, minced
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh thyme, minced
  • 4 units Garlic cloves, smashed
  • 1 unit Lemon, halved
  • 1 unit Yellow onion, quartered
  • 1 tablespoon Olive oil

Instructions

  1. 1

    Preheat your oven to 425°F (218°C) and pat the chicken completely dry with paper towels, both inside and out.

  2. 2

    In a small bowl, mix the softened butter with the minced rosemary, thyme, salt, and pepper until well combined.

  3. 3

    Stuff the cavity of the chicken with the lemon halves, quartered onion, and smashed garlic cloves.

  4. 4

    Carefully loosen the skin over the breast meat and rub half of the herb butter directly onto the meat under the skin.

  5. 5

    Rub the remaining herb butter and olive oil over the entire outside of the chicken, ensuring every inch is coated.

  6. 6

    Tie the legs together with kitchen twine and tuck the wing tips under the body to ensure even cooking.

  7. 7

    Place the chicken on a rack in a roasting pan and roast for 60 to 75 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F.

  8. 8

    Remove from the oven and let the chicken rest for at least 15 minutes before carving to allow the juices to redistribute.

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