Description
A simple and comforting chicken recipe for dinner that is easy to prepare and delicious.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 whole chicken (about 4–5 pounds)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 lemon, halved
- Fresh herbs (like rosemary or thyme)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Rinse the chicken under cold water and pat it dry with paper towels.
- Rub the olive oil all over the chicken.
- Season the chicken with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder.
- Place the lemon halves and fresh herbs inside the cavity of the chicken.
- Place the chicken in a roasting pan and roast for about 1.5 hours, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).
- Let the chicken rest for 10-15 minutes before carving.
- Serve with your favorite side dishes.
Notes
- You can substitute the whole chicken with chicken thighs or breasts if preferred.
- If you prefer a different flavor, try using different herbs like oregano or basil.
- For a low-sodium option, reduce the salt or use a salt substitute.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of the chicken
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 0g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
Keywords: chicken recipes for dinner