Description
A delicious recipe for crispy roasted chicken that guarantees a perfect crunch every time.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 whole chicken (about 4–5 lbs)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- Fresh herbs (like rosemary or thyme) for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Pat the chicken dry with paper towels to remove excess moisture.
- Rub the olive oil all over the chicken, ensuring it is evenly coated.
- Season the chicken with salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and paprika.
- Place the chicken on a roasting rack in a baking dish.
- Roast in the preheated oven for about 1 hour and 15 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).
- Let the chicken rest for 10-15 minutes before carving.
- Garnish with fresh herbs and serve.
Notes
- For extra crispy skin, avoid covering the chicken while it roasts.
- You can add vegetables like carrots and potatoes to the roasting pan for a complete meal.
- Make sure to use a meat thermometer to check for doneness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of chicken
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 0g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
Keywords: Crispy Roasted Chicken, Roasted Chicken Recipe, Crunchy Chicken