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Roast Chicken

Serves 4
95 mins
294 Kcal
Indeed, roast chicken becomes one of the most comforting dishes that can warm up the heart and elevate satisfaction to a new level. The roast chicken recipe is incredibly simple. The dish now talks about perfect seasonings throughout the whole chicken, roasted to an adequately golden brown colour, with crispy skin holding the tender juice inside. Roasted chicken preparation: You can use free-range or organic if you want the best flavour. This recipe of roast chicken is delicious. For basic seasoning, mix herbs and spices with salt, pepper, garlic, rosemary, thyme, or paprika. Most recipes will advise spreading butter or olive oil all over the chicken and continuing with that kind of deep, rich flavour, aiding in a great crispy skin for it. Once seasoned, it is often placed atop a bed of vegetables such as potatoes, carrots, and onions in a roasting pan, where they both add flavour and provide a tasty side dish because the vegetables absorb the savoury drippings the chicken leaves behind as it cooks. Then, the chicken is roasted in a preheated oven at around 375 F or 190 C for about an hour and a half, depending on how big the chicken is, to a safe internal temperature. The result is a perfectly roasted chicken with incredible aroma and appetising visual appeal. When carved and served, the juicy, flavourful meat is perfect to serve in conjunction with a range of sides, be it creamy mashed potatoes or fresh salads. Warm or cold and used in sandwiches or salads, This roast chicken recipe is a classic dish, celebrated with every bite and embodying the heart of home-cooked comfort.

Ingredients required for Roast Chicken

  1. 1 chicken
  2. 1 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
  3. 1/2 tsp italian seasoning
  4. Salt
  5. Black pepper

Cooking steps for Roast Chicken

  1. 1
    First, choose a really good whole chicken. You are seeking something fresh, an organic, free-range bird weighing 3 to 5 pounds. The more you're cooking, the bigger the chicken, which will make leftovers for sandwiches or salads.
  2. 2
    If you have a frozen chicken, it should be thawed completely before cooking. The best way to do that is by placing it in the refrigerator overnight for 24 hours with every 5 pounds. If that is not possible, immerse the chicken in cold water. Change the water every 30 minutes.
  3. 3
    Gather ingredients: salt, pepper, olive oil or butter, herbs, and spices such as garlic, rosemary, thyme, lemon, and paprika.
  4. 4
    Once thawed, remove the chicken from its packaging. Pat it dry with paper towels so its skin crisps nicely during the roasting process. Check the cavity and remove any leftover organs (usually in a small bag) that may be included with the bird.
  5. 5
    Season the chicken's cavity generously with salt and pepper.
  6. 6
    Add a few halved lemons, garlic cloves, and some fresh herbs in the form of rosemary and thyme for extra flavour. This infuses the meat with delicious aromas as it roasts.
  7. 7
    Rub olive oil or liquid butter all over the chicken's skin. This helps attain the crispiest golden skin on the chicken.
  8. 8
    Rub the exterior liberally with salt, pepper, and your choice of spices, including red/paprika, for colour and flavour.
  9. 9
    Decide on your roasting method. This can be achieved using a roasting pan, a cast-iron skillet, or even a baking dish.
  10. 10
    Be sure to include a rack in the pan when roasting, as this will give you space between your chicken and the pan to allow air to circulate and cause an even roast.
  11. 11
    Extra flavour and extra side: Chop those potatoes, carrots, onions, and celery. Toss them with olive oil, salt, and pepper around the chicken in your roasting pan. Those veggies will soak up all those drippings when you're cooking the chicken, making it tender and luscious.
  12. 12
    Preheat the oven to 375 F / 190 C. When roasting a chicken whole, this way is perfect as it gets everything cooked uniformly and will have a nice crisp outside skin.
  13. 13
    Put the roasting pan in the centre of the preheated oven along with the chicken. That does the trick by spreading the heat fairly evenly.
  14. 14
    Roast the chicken for about 1.5 to 2 hours, based on the size of your chicken. Some general guidelines are to cook it for about 20 minutes for every pound of chicken.
  15. 15
    If you like, bake the chicken every 30 minutes with pan drippings. That way, moisture should be better retained within the meat, and your skin crunch will have more flavour. Not basting it, however, does result in a very fine crisping of the skin.
  16. 16
    Test the internal temperature of the chicken with your meat thermometer. The internal temperature should be at 165 F or 75 C at the thickest part of the thigh, farthest from the bone.
  17. 17
    Look for the skin that turns golden brown, and juices must run clear after you drive a fork into the thigh.
  18. 18
    A pinkish colour on the juices is a sign that it needs more cooking time in the oven.
  19. 19
    Once the chicken is done, remove it from the oven and loosely cover the chicken in aluminium foil. Let it rest for about 15-20 minutes. This resting period lets the juices penetrate to various parts of the meat, making it a juicy roast.
  20. 20
    Let the chicken rest on a cutting board. Remove the legs: Cut across the joint where the thigh meets the body. Cut off the wings in like manner.
  21. 21
    Using a sharp knife, make an incision on either side of the breastbone to remove the breast meat in big pieces. Cut those pieces up into more slices as desired.

Shop Ingredients

Extra-virgin Olive Oil (1 Tbsp)
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Black Pepper
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Salt
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Chicken (1)
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Italian Seasoning (1/2 Tsp)
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FAQs

What is the best kind of chicken to roast in the recipe of roast chicken?

A whole bird, preferably weighing 3-5 pounds, is chosen for a roasted chicken. Organic, free-range chickens are preferable since they taste much better and have a better texture. The chicken should have an appearance of freshness with firm, pink flesh and minimal bruising, and make sure that it's within a sell-by date.

What tips should I follow to achieve a perfect, juicy, flavourful roast chicken?

A perfect juicy and flavourful roast chicken is obtained if the cavity and the skin are seasoned well with salt, pepper, and any personal choice of herbs and spices. The body cavity's aroma can be exciting by incorporating aromatics such as garlic, lemon, or fresh herbs. You are basting the chicken in its drippings every 30 minutes. This is going to keep your skin crispy while keeping your meat moist. Allowing the chicken to rest for 15-20 minutes after roasting will allow it to redistribute the juices so that you have a tender finish and have juicy chicken.

How do I store leftover roast chicken? How do I reheat it?

Once you have finished your roast chicken, let leftovers cool completely, then store them in a clean, airtight container. Keep the chicken refrigerated for as long as 3-4 days. You can freeze it if you wish to keep the meat for a considerable period. Thawed meat should last for up to 4 months. You can heat it again in a preheated oven at 350 degrees Fahrenheit till the chicken gets warmed through. Or, you can microwave it for short periods so that the meat does not get dry. Enjoy your leftover chicken as an easy salad, sandwich, or soup dish.