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Perfect Whole Roasted Chicken Recipe with Crispy Golden Skin

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A simple and easy recipe for roasting a whole chicken with irresistibly crispy golden skin and juicy meat, perfect for any occasion.

Ingredients

  • Whole chicken (about 4 to 5 lbs / 1.8 to 2.3 kg)
  • Unsalted butter (3 tablespoons / 45 grams), softened
  • Olive oil (2 tablespoons)
  • Salt (1 to 1.5 teaspoons), coarse sea salt or kosher salt
  • Black pepper (1 teaspoon), freshly ground
  • Garlic powder (1 teaspoon)
  • Dried thyme (1 teaspoon) or fresh thyme sprigs
  • Dried rosemary (1 teaspoon)
  • Lemon (1 whole, halved)
  • Onion (1 medium, quartered)
  • Optional: fresh herbs like parsley or sage

Instructions

  1. Remove the chicken from the fridge about 30 minutes before roasting to bring it to room temperature. Remove any giblets from the cavity and pat the chicken dry thoroughly with paper towels.
  2. Dry the chicken skin as much as possible. If time allows, leave the chicken uncovered in the fridge for a few hours or overnight. Otherwise, pat dry again before seasoning.
  3. Stuff the cavity with the halved lemon and quartered onion. Add fresh herb sprigs if available.
  4. Truss the chicken by tying the legs together and tucking the wings under the body using kitchen twine.
  5. In a small bowl, mix softened butter with olive oil, salt, pepper, garlic powder, thyme, and rosemary.
  6. Carefully separate the skin from the breast meat without tearing it. Spread about two-thirds of the butter mixture under the skin, coating the meat directly.
  7. Rub the remaining butter mixture all over the outside of the chicken skin, massaging it in evenly.
  8. Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C).
  9. Place the chicken breast-side up on a rack in a roasting pan and roast for about 1 hour and 15 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C) in the thickest part of the thigh.
  10. Remove the chicken from the oven and tent loosely with foil. Let it rest for 15 minutes to allow juices to redistribute.
  11. Carve the chicken and serve immediately, enjoying the crispy skin.

Notes

Drying the skin thoroughly before roasting is essential for crispy skin. Use a meat thermometer to ensure the chicken is cooked to a safe temperature. Let the chicken rest after roasting to keep it juicy. If skin browns too fast, cover loosely with foil. For extra crispiness, broil for 2-3 minutes at the end while watching carefully.

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