Golden Roasted Chicken with Juicy, Tender Meat
Golden Roasted Chicken with Juicy, Tender Meat is the ultimate comfort food that will elevate any meal. This delightful recipe features a whole chicken roasted to perfection, with crispy golden skin and succulent meat infused with aromatic herbs and zesty lemon. With minimal preparation and a handful of wholesome ingredients, you can create a stunning centerpiece for your dining table. Whether you’re hosting a special gathering or enjoying a cozy family dinner, this dish is sure to impress. The fragrant aroma as it roasts will have everyone eagerly anticipating the feast to come. Plus, leftovers can be transformed into delicious sandwiches or salads for days of enjoyment!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 75 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 8 people 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 whole chicken (4–5 pounds)
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tsp kosher salt
- 1 tsp freshly ground black pepper
- 2 sprigs fresh rosemary
- 2 sprigs fresh thyme
- 2 lemon wedges
- 6 garlic cloves
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Pat the chicken dry with paper towels and rub olive oil all over it. Season generously with salt and pepper.
- Stuff the cavity with rosemary, thyme, lemon wedges, and garlic cloves.
- Place the chicken breast-side up in a roasting pan and roast for approximately 1 hour and 15 minutes or until juices run clear.
- Allow the chicken to rest for 15-20 minutes before carving.
- Serve drizzled with its own juices.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/8 of chicken (approximately 200g)
- Calories: 433
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 21g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 0g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 55g
- Cholesterol: 101mg