Description
A comforting recipe for Port O Pit Chicken, perfect for family gatherings or a cozy dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 whole chicken (about 4–5 pounds)
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 2 teaspoons garlic powder
- 2 teaspoons onion powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a bowl, mix olive oil, lemon juice, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, pepper, and thyme.
- Rub this mixture all over the chicken, ensuring it’s well-coated.
- Place the chicken in a roasting pan, breast side up.
- Roast in the oven for about 1 hour and 15 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).
- Let the chicken rest for 10 minutes before carving.
- Serve with your favorite sides.
Notes
- You can substitute olive oil with melted butter or vegetable oil.
- Use fresh herbs instead of dried for more flavor.
- Feel free to adjust spices according to your taste.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 75 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/6 of a chicken
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 1g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
Keywords: Port O Pit Chicken, Roast Chicken, Comfort Food