Whole Roasted Herb Chicken
A delightful and comforting dish of whole roasted chicken infused with garlic butter and fresh herbs, perfect for family gatherings.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 135 minutes
- Total Time: 150 minutes
- Yield: 4-6 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: None
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 whole chicken
- 4 tablespoons garlic butter
- 2 tablespoons fresh thyme, chopped
- 2 tablespoons fresh rosemary, chopped
- 2 tablespoons fresh sage, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Pat the chicken dry with paper towels.
- In a small bowl, mix garlic butter with thyme, rosemary, sage, salt, and pepper.
- Gently loosen the skin of the chicken and spread the herb butter mixture under and over the skin.
- Place the chicken in a roasting pan and roast for about 1.5 to 2 hours, until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).
- Increase the oven temperature to 425°F (220°C) in the last 15 minutes for extra crispy skin.
- Let the chicken rest for 10-15 minutes before carving.
Notes
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. Freeze for up to 3 months.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 0g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
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