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Roasted Garlic & Herb Whole Chicken (Sunday Dinner)

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  • Author: Anna
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 70 minutes
  • Total Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
  • Yield: Serves 4-6 1x
  • Category: Main Dishes
  • Method: Roasting
  • Cuisine: American

Description

This Roasted Garlic & Herb Whole Chicken is full of flavor and easy to prepare. Juicy chicken, fresh herbs, and garlic create an unforgettable dish for family dinners.


Ingredients

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  • 1 whole chicken 5-6 lbs
  • 1/2 cup salted butter
  • 1 tsp adobo
  • 2 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp pepper
  • 1/2 lemon, juiced
  • 1 tsp lemon zest
  • 4 springs thyme chopped fine
  • 4 sprigs rosemary chopped fine
  • 4 sprigs oregano chopped fine
  • 2 tbsps olive oil
  • 2 tsps paprika
  • 1 tsp salt

Instructions

  1. Prep your whole chicken by patting it dry.
  2. Make the compound butter by mixing room temperature butter with all compound butter ingredients and chill in the freezer for 10 minutes.
  3. While the butter chills, coat your chicken thoroughly in the olive oil rub.
  4. Once the butter is firm, smear it under the chicken skin, making sure it’s evenly distributed.
  5. Cook the chicken in a preheated oven at 350 degrees for 45 minutes or until it reaches an internal temperature of 165 degrees.
  6. About 10 minutes before the chicken is done, remove the butter juices, pour them over the chicken, and increase the oven temperature to 400 degrees for enhanced flavor.

Notes

If you want extra crispy skin, ensure the chicken is patted dry before applying the rub.
Use fresh herbs for the best flavor; dried herbs can also be used, but may need adjustments in quantity.
Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.


Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 450
  • Sugar: 1g
  • Sodium: 800mg
  • Fat: 30g
  • Saturated Fat: 15g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 3g
  • Fiber: 0g
  • Protein: 35g
  • Cholesterol: 120mg