Description
A delightful Oven Roasted Rotisserie Style Chicken recipe reminiscent of family gatherings, featuring tender, seasoned chicken with crispy skin.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 whole chicken (about 4–5 lbs)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon garlic powder
- 1 tablespoon onion powder
- 1 tablespoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
- 1 lemon, halved
- Fresh herbs (such as parsley or thyme) for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Start by preheating your oven to 375°F (190°C). Pat the chicken dry with paper towels.
- Combine salt, black pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, dried thyme, and dried rosemary in a small bowl.
- Drizzle olive oil over the chicken and coat it thoroughly. Sprinkle the spice mix all over the chicken.
- Squeeze lemon juice into the cavity of the chicken and add the squeezed halves and fresh herbs.
- Place the chicken breast-side up in a roasting pan, using a rack if available.
- Roast the chicken for about 1 hour and 30 minutes, or until it reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C).
- Let the chicken rest for 10-15 minutes before carving.
Notes
Store leftover chicken in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 90 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 55g
- Cholesterol: 150mg