Description
Oven roasted half chicken is the ultimate comfort food that combines crispy skin and juicy, flavorful meat. This dish is perfect for family gatherings or cozy weeknight dinners, offering a delightful aroma that fills your kitchen and creates lasting memories. With minimal effort and maximum flavor, it’s a show-stopping meal that will have everyone coming back for seconds.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 whole chicken (3–4 pounds)
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tsp fresh rosemary (chopped)
- 2 tsp fresh thyme (chopped)
- 1 lemon (halved)
- 6 whole garlic cloves
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp onion powder
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Pat the chicken dry with paper towels and place it in a roasting pan.
- Drizzle olive oil over the chicken, coating it evenly.
- Season generously with salt, pepper, paprika, onion powder, and chopped herbs.
- Stuff the cavity with lemon halves and garlic cloves.
- Roast for about 1 hour, until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
- Let rest for 10-15 minutes before carving and serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 oz (113g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 17g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 0g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 115mg