Rotisserie Chicken Recipe
Make Rotisserie Chicken Recipe in just 1h 40m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.
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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
Optional Ingredients
Method
Preparation
- 1
Preheat the Oven
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- 2
Prepare the Chicken
Remove the giblets from the chicken cavity and rinse the chicken under cold water. Pat it dry with paper towels.
- 3
Season the Chicken
In a small bowl, mix together olive oil, salt, black pepper, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, thyme, and rosemary. Rub this mixture all over the chicken, including inside the cavity. Squeeze the lemon juice over the chicken and place the lemon halves inside the cavity.
Cooking
- 4
Prepare the Roasting Pan
If using optional vegetables, chop them into large chunks and place them in the bottom of a roasting pan.
- 5
Place Chicken in Roasting Pan
Place the seasoned chicken breast-side up on top of the vegetables in the roasting pan.
- 6
Roast the Chicken
Roast in the preheated oven for 1 hour and 20 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C). Baste the chicken with the pan juices halfway through the cooking time.
Finishing Touches
- 7
Rest and Serve
Once cooked, remove the chicken from the oven and let it rest for 10-15 minutes before carving. Serve with the roasted vegetables and sprinkle with fresh herbs if desired.