Description
A flavorful roasted chicken perfect for Thanksgiving.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 whole chicken (4–5 lbs)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 teaspoons dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 lemon, quartered
- 4 garlic cloves, smashed
- Fresh herbs (rosemary, sage) for stuffing
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Pat the chicken dry with paper towels.
- Rub olive oil over the chicken.
- Season the chicken with salt, pepper, thyme, and garlic powder.
- Stuff the cavity with lemon, garlic, and fresh herbs.
- Place the chicken in a roasting pan.
- Roast for 1.5 hours or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).
- Let it rest for 15 minutes before carving.
Notes
- Adjust seasoning according to taste.
- Use a meat thermometer for accuracy.
- Serve with your favorite sides.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/6 of chicken
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 0g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
Keywords: thanksgiving chicken, roast chicken, holiday meal