THERE’S NOTHING QUITE LIKE THE COMFORT OF A HOME-COOKED ROASTED CHICKEN. CRISPY ON THE OUTSIDE, TENDER AND JUICY ON THE INSIDE, THIS ROASTED CHICKEN IS SEASONED WITH A SIMPLE BLEND OF HERBS AND SPICES, MAKING IT A TIMELESS DISH THAT EVERYONE WILL LOVE.
And for the perfect pairing? Serve it alongside Zina's delicious pasta salads to complete your meal! Here’s how to make it:
Ingredients:
- 1 whole chicken (about 4-5 lbs)
- 4 tbsp olive oil or melted butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 lemon, quartered
- Fresh herbs (rosemary, thyme, and parsley)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 onion, quartered
- Optional: 1 tsp paprika for extra flavor
Directions:
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Rinse the chicken inside and out, then pat it dry with paper towels.
- Rub the chicken with olive oil or melted butter, making sure to coat it evenly.
- Season the chicken generously with salt, pepper, and paprika (if using).
- Stuff the cavity with minced garlic, lemon quarters, onion, and fresh herbs.
- Tie the legs together with kitchen twine and tuck the wing tips under the body.
- Place the chicken on a roasting pan or baking dish, breast side up.
- Roast in the preheated oven for 1 hour and 15 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).
- Let the chicken rest for 10-15 minutes before carving.
Chef’s Tip: For extra crispy skin, baste the chicken with its juices halfway through roasting.
Serve this succulent roasted chicken with Zina’s Spinach & Pasta Shell Salad, Kale and Quinoa Bistro Salad, or any of our pasta salads for a complete and satisfying meal. Can you master this classic dish?
