Description
This Garlic Butter Crispy Roast Chicken recipe results in a tender and flavorful whole roasted chicken with crispy skin. The combination of garlic, butter, and herbs infuses the meat with rich taste, making it a perfect main dish for a family dinner or special occasion.
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Ingredients:
- 1 whole chicken (about 4 pounds), at room temperature, giblets and neck removed from cavity
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1/4 cup white wine (optional)
- 1 lemon, halved
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 head of garlic, peeled and cut in half horizontally
- 3 sprigs fresh rosemary
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat the oven to 430°F (220°C) and line a baking tray with foil or grease a roasting pan.
- Prepare Chicken: Remove excess fat and feathers from the chicken, pat dry with paper towels.
- Season Chicken: Combine olive oil, melted butter, wine, lemon juice, salt, pepper, and parsley. Rub minced garlic over the chicken.
- Stuff Chicken: Place garlic head, rosemary, and lemon inside the cavity. Tie the legs together.
- Roast: Roast the chicken breast-side up for 1 hour and 15-20 minutes, basting halfway through. Broil for an additional 2-3 minutes until golden.
- Rest and Serve: Cover with foil, let it rest for 10 minutes, then serve drizzled with pan juices and lemon wedges.
Notes
- Make sure the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) for safe consumption.
- You can customize the herbs and seasonings to suit your taste preferences.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: Approximately 540 kcal
- Sugar: Approximately 1g
- Sodium: Approximately 210mg
- Fat: Approximately 38g
- Saturated Fat: Approximately 13g
- Unsaturated Fat: Approximately 20g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: Approximately 3g
- Fiber: Approximately 1g
- Protein: Approximately 44g
- Cholesterol: Approximately 175mg
