Whole Roasted Chicken Recipe
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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
Method
Cooking Instructions
- 1
Prepare the Chicken
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Rinse the whole chicken inside and out and pat it dry with paper towels.
- 2
Season the Chicken
Rub the entire chicken with olive oil, ensuring it's well coated. Season generously with salt and black pepper, both inside and out.
- 3
Add Aromatics
Stuff the cavity of the chicken with the garlic cloves, fresh rosemary, and lemon (cut in half).
- 4
Roast the Chicken
Place the chicken in a roasting pan and roast it in the preheated oven for about 1 hour and 15 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).
- 5
Rest and Serve
Once cooked, remove the chicken from the oven and let it rest for 10-15 minutes before carving and serving.