Roast Chicken Dinner
A warm, simple meal perfect for any night that feeds a family and makes great leftovers.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 whole whole chicken (about 4-5 lbs)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- to taste Salt
- to taste Pepper
- 1 lemon, cut into wedges
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- to taste Fresh herbs (like thyme or rosemary)
- as needed Vegetables for roasting (like carrots, potatoes, and onions)
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Pat the chicken dry with paper towels.
- Rub the outside of the chicken with olive oil, and season generously with salt and pepper.
- Stuff the cavity of the chicken with lemon wedges, garlic, and fresh herbs.
- Place the chicken in a roasting pan, and surround it with your choice of chopped vegetables.
Cooking
- Roast in the preheated oven for about 1 hour and 20 minutes, or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
- Let the chicken rest for 10-15 minutes before carving.
Serving
- Carve the Roast Chicken Dinner and place slices on a warm platter.
- Serve with the roasted vegetables and spoon pan juices over the chicken.
Notes
Pat the chicken very dry for crisp skin. Use a meat thermometer to check the internal temp. For extra flavor, rub butter under the skin. For a different flavor profile, try a recipe with coconut and basil.