Sunday Roasts Recipe
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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
Gravy Ingredients
Method
Preparation
- 1
Preheat the Oven
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- 2
Prepare the Chicken
Remove the chicken from the fridge and let it sit at room temperature for about 30 minutes before cooking. Pat it dry with paper towels.
- 3
Season the Chicken
Rub the chicken all over with olive oil, then generously season it with salt and black pepper. Insert garlic cloves and herbs inside the cavity.
- 4
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Cooking
- 6
Roast the Chicken
Place the roasting pan in the preheated oven and roast for about 1 hour and 15 minutes, or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C). Baste the chicken with its juices halfway through.
- 7
Rest the Chicken
Once cooked, remove the chicken from the oven and let it rest for 15-20 minutes before carving.
Gravy Preparation
- 8
Make the Gravy
In a small saucepan, combine chicken broth and bring it to a simmer. In a separate bowl, mix cornstarch with water to create a slurry. Slowly whisk the slurry into the simmering broth until it thickens.
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Serve
Carve the chicken and serve it with roasted vegetables and gravy.