How to grow a 5-ingredient roast chicken
This recipe guides you through growing a roast chicken with just five ingredients. It's a simple method for a flavorful meal.
Equipment
- Roasting pan
- Meat thermometer
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 (3-4 lb) Whole chicken
- 2 tsp Salt
- 1 tsp Black pepper
- 2 tbsp Olive oil
- 3-4 Rosemary sprigs
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and prepare a roasting pan by placing a rack inside.
- Remove the chicken from its packaging, pat it dry with paper towels, and season generously with salt and pepper.
- Drizzle the chicken with olive oil, ensuring it's evenly coated, then place the rosemary sprigs inside the chicken cavity.
Roasting
- Place the chicken on the rack in the roasting pan, breast-side up.
- Roast for 60-90 minutes, or until a meat thermometer inserted into the thickest part of the thigh reads 165°F (74°C).
- Allow the chicken to rest for 10-15 minutes before carving to keep it juicy.
Notes
For extra crispy skin, try basting the chicken occasionally with its own juices during the last 30 minutes of roasting.