Roast Half Chicken Recipe
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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
Method
Cooking Instructions
- 1
Prepare the Chicken
Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Pat the chicken halves dry with paper towels and place them in a roasting pan.
- 2
Season the Chicken
In a small bowl, mix together the olive oil, minced garlic, chopped rosemary, salt, and black pepper. Rub this mixture all over the chicken halves, ensuring to get under the skin for maximum flavor.
- 3
- 4
Roast the Chicken
Roast in the preheated oven for about 1 hour, or until the chicken is golden brown and the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).
- 5
Rest and Serve
Remove the chicken from the oven and let it rest for 10 minutes before carving. Serve with the roasted vegetables.
