This Golden Roasted Chicken recipe is a savory and flavorful dish that is perfect for a special family dinner or gathering. The combination of herbs and spices infused with the poultry seasoning gives the chicken a crispy golden skin and tender meat that is sure to please any palate.
Ingredients
- 1 whole chicken, about 4-5 pounds
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons poultry seasoning
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 lemon, quartered
- 4 cloves of garlic, minced
Directions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F.
- Rinse the chicken inside and out, and pat dry with paper towels.
- Rub the olive oil all over the chicken, then sprinkle the poultry seasoning, salt, and pepper evenly over the surface of the chicken.
- Stuff the cavity of the chicken with the lemon quarters and minced garlic.
- Place the chicken breast-side up on a roasting pan and roast in the oven for 1 hour and 15 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F.
- Let the chicken rest for 10 minutes before carving and serving.
Interesting Facts
Poultry seasoning is a blend of herbs and spices commonly used in American cuisine to flavor chicken, turkey, and other poultry dishes.
Roasting a whole chicken with poultry seasoning not only enhances the flavor but also helps to crisp the skin and keep the meat tender and juicy.