Serves 7
197 cal · 80 min
Roast Chicken
Recipe GLPRee006da085c5ae
A simple, flavorful roasted whole chicken with a golden skin and herb seasoning. The bird is rubbed with oil and a blend of Italian spices, then slowly roasted until tender and juicy. Perfect for a family dinner and great for using leftovers.
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Ingredients
1 whole chicken (4 to 5 pounds)
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
1 teaspoon garlic powder
salt to taste
black pepper to taste
Directions
Wash your hands thoroughly with soap and warm water before handling the raw chicken.
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
In a small bowl, mix together the Italian seasoning, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper.
Pat the whole chicken dry with paper towels. Rub the entire bird evenly with the olive oil on all sides.
Generously rub the seasoning mixture all over the chicken, coating the skin and getting some into the cavity.
Place the chicken breast-side down in a roasting pan or Dutch oven. Do not cover.
Roast in the preheated oven for about 1 hour to 1 hour 15 minutes, until a meat thermometer inserted into the thickest part of the thigh (without touching bone) reads 165°F (74°C).
Remove the chicken from the oven and let it rest, undisturbed, for 10 minutes before carving. This allows the juices to redistribute throughout the meat.
Carve and serve hot. Portion appropriately for seven servings.
