Whole Roasted Chicken

Ingredients

• 4 lb whole chicken
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tbsp salt
• 1 tsp black pepper
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• 1 tsp paprika

Instructions

1. 1

   Preheat oven to 425°F. Pat the 4 lb chicken dry with paper towels, then rub all over with 2 tbsp olive oil.

2. 2

   In a small bowl, mix 1 tbsp salt, 1 tsp black pepper, 1 tsp garlic powder, and 1 tsp paprika. Sprinkle this mixture evenly over the entire chicken, including the cavity.

3. 3

   Place the chicken breast-side up on a roasting pan or baking sheet. Roast for 60-75 minutes, until the skin is deep golden and crispy and a thermometer inserted into the thickest part of the thigh reads 165°F.

4. 4

   Remove from oven and let rest for 10 minutes before carving. The juices should run clear when you cut between the leg and thigh.

Tools you’ll need

• Roasting pan
• Meat thermometer
• Paper towels
• Small bowl

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