Description
Slow Roasted Chicken is a mouthwatering dish that elevates any meal. With its tender, juicy meat infused with aromatic herbs and spices, and a perfectly crispy skin, this recipe is not just about flavor—it’s an experience. Perfect for family dinners or gatherings, it’s easy to prepare while delivering impressive results that will have everyone asking for seconds.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 whole chicken (4–5 pounds)
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 3 sprigs fresh rosemary
- 3 sprigs fresh thyme
- 1 lemon, cut into wedges
- 8 cloves garlic
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Pat the chicken dry and rub it with olive oil. Season generously with salt and pepper.
- Stuff the cavity with garlic cloves, rosemary, thyme, and lemon wedges.
- Place the chicken breast-side up in a roasting pan and roast for about 1 hour and 15 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches at least 165°F (74°C).
- Let the chicken rest for 15-20 minutes before carving.
- Serve with your favorite sides and drizzle leftover juices over the meat.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 75 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/6 of a whole chicken (approximately 400g)
- Calories: 540
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 64g
- Cholesterol: 160mg