Description
A simple and comforting recipe for a festive Christmas main dish that is easy to prepare.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 whole chicken (about 4–5 pounds)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon garlic powder
- 1 tablespoon onion powder
- 1 lemon, halved
- Fresh herbs (rosemary, thyme)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Pat the chicken dry with paper towels.
- Rub the olive oil over the chicken.
- Sprinkle salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder evenly on the chicken.
- Place the lemon halves and fresh herbs inside the cavity of the chicken.
- Place the chicken on a roasting pan.
- Roast in the oven for about 1.5 hours or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).
- Let the chicken rest for 10 minutes before carving.
Notes
- You can substitute the chicken with turkey or a plant-based roast for vegetarian options.
- Feel free to adjust the spices based on your preference.
- Use a meat thermometer for safety to ensure proper cooking.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- 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: easy christmas main dishes, simple roast chicken, holiday recipes