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Classic Roast Chicken

A classic roast chicken dinner that everyone will love!
Tara
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 50 minutes
Servings 6 people

Equipment

  • 1 roasting pan

Ingredients

  • 5½ lbs 1 whole chicken, approximately 5½ pounds
  • 1 onion
  • 4 garlic cloves
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp pepper
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 1/2 tbsp smoked paprika
  • 1 tbsp Italian seasoning
  • 2 lemons

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 425°F. Roughly chop the onion and spread it across the bottom of a roasting pan, large cast-iron skillet or other oven-safe baking dish.
  • Remove the chicken from its packaging and take out the giblets or any packet inside the cavity. Do not rinse the chicken. Pat it thoroughly dry with paper towels, then place it breast-side up over the chopped onion.
  • Place the garlic cloves and lemon quarters inside the chicken cavity. Tie the legs together with kitchen twine, if desired.
  • Drizzle the olive oil over the chicken and rub it evenly across the skin. Season with salt, black pepper, smoked paprika and Italian seasoning.
  • Roast the 5½-pound chicken for 70–90 minutes. Halfway through roasting, carefully pour the chicken broth into the bottom of the pan, avoiding the skin. Begin checking for doneness at 70 minutes.
  • Check for doneness with an instant-read thermometer. Insert it into the thickest part of the breast and the innermost portions of the thigh and wing without touching the bone. The chicken is ready when each area reaches 165°F.
  • Transfer the chicken to a cutting board and let it rest for 15 minutes before carving. Use caution when handling the roasting pan, chicken and hot pan juices.

Notes

  • This recipe was tested with a 5½-pound chicken. Smaller or larger chickens will require an adjusted roasting time, so use an instant-read thermometer to confirm doneness.

Nutrition

Calories: 521kcal | Carbohydrates: 8g | Protein: 35g | Fat: 39g | Saturated Fat: 10g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 8g | Trans Fat: 0.2g | Cholesterol: 139mg | Sodium: 538mg | Potassium: 470mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 192IU | Vitamin C: 28mg | Calcium: 50mg | Iron: 2mg

Disclaimer: All nutrition values are per serving and approximate. They will vary depending on products and quantities used.

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