How To Roast a Chicken

Everyone has a different technique for roasting chicken, so you really should experiment and find out which way you like best. I’ve found that this way is pretty simple and consistent. It comes out juicy and tender and really delicious. Here are some easy steps to follow and you can impress your guests and your family with cooking a 4 star chicken in your own kitchen.

1. Preheat your oven to 425 degrees

2. Get a 4-5 lb chicken, remove gizzards and wash and dry

3. Salt and pepper the inside of the chicken.

4.Optional: I use 1/2 a lemon, some thyme and some garlic about 2-3 cloves and stuff it all in the inside.

5. Optional: Then truss the chicken to ensure even heat distribution throughout.

6. Melt about 2 tablespoons of butter and brush the outside of the chicken.

7. Generously salt and pepper the outside of the chicken.

8. Cut up some carrots, celery, onion and potatoes (optional) place them in a roasting pan. Season with salt, pepper and toss in olive oil.

9. Place the chicken with the breast side up and roast for 1 1/2 to 2 hours or to 165-170 degrees. Put thermometer into thickest part of the breast or thigh.

10. When done take the chicken out and cover with tin foil and let it rest for 15 minutes before cutting.

It will be juicy and delicious!