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Close-up of juicy roasted chicken seasoned with herbs on a white plate.

Simple Roasted Chicken

A basic roasted chicken recipe that is easy to prepare and yields tender, flavorful meat.
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Temps de préparation 15 minutes
Temps de cuisson 1 heure
Temps total 1 heure 15 minutes
Portions: 4 people
Type de plat: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 335
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingrédients
  

For the Chicken
  • 1 whole chicken (3-4 lbs)
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 1 tsp dried thyme

Equipment

  • Roasting pan
  • Meat thermometer

Method
 

  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Pat the chicken dry with paper towels and place it in a roasting pan.
  3. Rub the chicken with olive oil, then season with salt, pepper, and thyme.
  4. Roast for about 60 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
  5. Let the chicken rest for 10 minutes before carving.

Nutrition

Calories: 335kcalCarbohydrates: 1gProtéines: 30gFat: 23gLipides saturés: 6gCholéstérol: 110mgSodium: 650mgPotassium: 320mgVitamine A: 200IUVitamine C: 2mgCalcium: 20mgFer: 2mg

Notes

For extra flavor, stuff the cavity with lemon halves, garlic, or fresh herbs.

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