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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
Method
Cooking Instructions
- 1
Preheat the Oven
Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
- 2
Prepare the Chicken
Rinse the chicken and pat it dry with paper towels. Place it on a cutting board.
- 3
- 4
Add Fresh Herbs
Place the fresh rosemary sprigs inside the cavity of the chicken for added flavor.
- 5
Roast the Chicken
Place the chicken breast side up on a roasting pan. Roast in the preheated oven for about 1 hour, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C) and the skin is golden brown.
- 6
Rest the Chicken
Remove the chicken from the oven and let it rest for 10-15 minutes before carving.
- 7
Serve
Carve the chicken and serve warm.




