For extra crispy skin, ensure the chicken is thoroughly dry before roasting. You can even let it sit uncovered in the refrigerator for an hour or two to further dry the skin. Feel free to add other aromatics to the cavity, such as garlic cloves, sprigs of rosemary, or thyme for added flavor. Use the pan drippings to make a delicious pan sauce or gravy to serve with the chicken.
Ridiculously Simple Roast Chicken
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PREP TIME10 mins
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COOK TIME1 hrs
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TOTAL TIME1 hrs 25 mins
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SERVING6 People
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VIEWS363
Unlock the secrets to perfectly roasted chicken with this unbelievably simple recipe. Achieve golden-brown, crispy skin and succulent, juicy meat with just a handful of ingredients. It's so easy, it's almost unfair!
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Nutrition
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Carbohydrate2 g
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Cholesterol129 mg
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Fiber1 g
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Protein41 g
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Saturated Fat6 g
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Sodium1085 mg
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Fat23 g
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Unsaturated Fat0 g
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01 Step
Recipe View 10 mins Preheat your oven to a blazing 450 degrees F (230 degrees C). (Approximately 10 minutes)
02 Step
Recipe View 5 mins Place the chicken in a roasting pan. Insert the lemon halves into the chicken's cavity. Generously season the entire outside of the chicken with kosher salt. Don't be shy! (Approximately 5 minutes)
03 Step
Recipe View 1 hrs Roast in the preheated oven until the skin is beautifully browned and crisp, and the juices run clear when you pierce the thickest part of the thigh with a fork. An instant-read meat thermometer should read 160 degrees F (70 degrees C) when inserted into the thickest part of the thigh, avoiding the bone. (Approximately 1 hour)
04 Step
Recipe View 15 mins Let the roasted chicken rest for a crucial 15 minutes before carving. This allows the juices to redistribute, resulting in a more tender and flavorful bird.
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Thomas Blick
Feb 14, 2025I love how few ingredients this recipe requires. It's perfect for a weeknight dinner.
Lucile Funk
Feb 3, 2025This is now my go-to roast chicken recipe. I've made it several times, and it always turns out perfectly.
Cecile Leuschke
Dec 24, 2024This is a great base recipe. I've experimented with different herbs and spices, and it's always a hit.
Jackeline Goyette
Dec 23, 2024I added some garlic cloves to the cavity along with the lemon, and it was amazing!
Krista Mraz
Dec 7, 2024I was skeptical that something so simple could taste so good, but this recipe proved me wrong! The skin was perfectly crispy, and the chicken was incredibly moist.
Emma Volkman
Jun 15, 2023Great recipe! I had to adjust the cooking time slightly based on my oven, but the results were fantastic.
Columbus Marvin
Apr 12, 2023Absolutely the easiest and most delicious roast chicken recipe I've ever tried! The lemon adds such a bright flavor.