Jul 13 2026
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Big Chicken Recipe

Inspired by 3rd Shift Kitchen
Time2h
Serves4

Dressed how you like it.

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Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

Seasoning Options

Dressing Options

Method

Preparation

  1. 1

    Preheat the Oven

    Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) to ensure it's hot enough for roasting the chicken.

  2. 2

    Prepare the Chicken

    Rinse the whole chicken under cold water and pat it dry with paper towels. This helps to ensure a crispy skin.

  3. 3

    Season the Chicken

    Rub the olive oil all over the chicken, then generously season it with salt and black pepper. Add any additional seasonings you prefer such as garlic powder, paprika, and fresh herbs.

Cooking

  1. 4

    Roast the Chicken

    Place the seasoned chicken breast side up in a roasting pan. Insert into the preheated oven and roast for about 1.5 hours, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).

  2. 5

    Baste the Chicken

    Optional: Every 30 minutes, you can baste the chicken with the juices from the pan for added moisture and flavor.

Serving

  1. 6

    Dress the Chicken

    Once the chicken is cooked, remove it from the oven and let it rest for 10-15 minutes. Then, dress it with your choice of BBQ sauce, hot sauce, ranch dressing, or honey mustard.

  2. 7

    Slice and Serve

    Carve the chicken into pieces and serve it with your favorite sides. Enjoy your 'Big Chicken' dressed just how you like it!

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