Oven Roasted Whole Chicken
Experience the warmth and comfort of a home-cooked meal with this Oven Roasted Whole Chicken. Perfect for family gatherings or a cozy weeknight dinner, this dish features succulent chicken with golden, crispy skin that will delight everyone at the table. The simple blend of spices and fresh ingredients infuses the meat with flavor while ensuring that each bite is juicy and tender. Prepare it ahead of time to minimize stress during meal prep, making it easier to sit back and enjoy quality time with loved ones.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 90 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately four people 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 whole chicken (3–5 lbs)
- 1 medium onion
- 2 tablespoons avocado oil
- 1 ½ teaspoons salt
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon dried thyme
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425ºF (218ºC).
- Let the chicken sit at room temperature for 30-60 minutes.
- Line a roasting pan with parchment paper and place the chicken breast side up.
- Stuff the cavity with halved onions.
- Mix avocado oil, salt, paprika, onion powder, thyme, garlic powder, and black pepper into a paste.
- Coat the chicken thoroughly with the seasoning paste.
- Roast for 70-90 minutes until the internal temperature reaches 165ºF (74ºC).
- Allow to rest for five minutes before carving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 chicken (approximately 250g)
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 0g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 53g
- Cholesterol: 150mg
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