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Roasted Whole Chicken

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Roasted Whole Chicken: The Ultimate Comfort Food for Any Occasion 🍗🍽️

There’s something incredibly comforting about a perfectly roasted whole chicken. The crispy golden skin, tender meat, and rich aroma wafting through the kitchen—this classic dish never goes out of style. Whether you’re preparing it for a cozy family dinner, a holiday feast, or a special gathering, roasting a whole chicken is an easy yet impressive way to elevate your meal.

This recipe is straightforward, but the results are anything but basic. With a few simple ingredients and the magic of the oven, you’ll have a succulent, flavorful roasted chicken that’s sure to be the star of the table.

🍽️ Why You’ll Love This Roasted Whole Chicken

  • Juicy and tender: The chicken stays moist thanks to the even roasting and seasoning.
  • Crispy skin: Perfectly crispy and golden brown skin with a satisfying crunch.
  • Versatile: Ideal for dinner, leftovers, sandwiches, or even soups.
  • Minimal prep: You can have it in the oven in minutes with just a few ingredients.
  • Impressive yet easy: It looks fancy, but it’s incredibly simple to make!

📝 Ingredients

Serves 4-6

  • 1 whole chicken (3.5-5 lbs)
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil or softened butter
  • 1 lemon, halved
  • 4 garlic cloves, smashed
  • 1 bunch fresh thyme (or rosemary, if preferred)
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
  • 1 medium onion, quartered (optional)
  • 2-3 carrots, cut into large pieces (optional)
  • 1-2 tablespoons chicken broth or water (for roasting pan)

👩‍🍳 Instructions

1. Preheat and Prepare the Chicken

  • Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
  • Remove any giblets or excess fat from inside the chicken. Pat the chicken dry with paper towels. Drying the chicken ensures the skin crisps up nicely during roasting.

2. Season the Chicken

  • Rub the entire chicken with olive oil or softened butter, making sure to cover the skin evenly. This helps the chicken develop a rich, golden skin.
  • Generously season with salt, pepper, and paprika, making sure to rub the seasoning both inside and out.
  • Stuff the chicken cavity with the halved lemon, smashed garlic cloves, and fresh thyme. The lemon and herbs will infuse the chicken with amazing flavor as it roasts.

3. Optional Veggies for Roasting

  • If you’re adding vegetables, place the quartered onion and chopped carrots in the bottom of a roasting pan. These will not only add flavor but also serve as a delicious side dish.
  • Add a little chicken broth or water to the bottom of the pan to keep the chicken moist and catch any drippings.

4. Roast the Chicken

  • Place the chicken breast-side up on a rack in the roasting pan. If you don’t have a rack, you can use the vegetables as a makeshift rack.
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  • Roast in the preheated oven for about 1 hour and 15 minutes (for a 4