How to Make Juicy Roasted Chicken - A Step-by-Step Guide

Roasted chicken is a classic dish that never goes out of style. There's something truly irresistible about the aroma of a juicy, flavorful chicken fresh out of the oven. With crispy skin and tender meat, roasted chicken is a versatile and satisfying meal that can be enjoyed any time of year.

One of the best things about roasting a whole chicken is how simple and fuss-free it can be. With just a few key ingredients and a little bit of time, you can create a mouthwatering meal that will...

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Ingredients

  • 1 (3 pound) whole chicken, giblets removed
  • salt and black pepper to taste
  • 1 tablespoon onion powder, or to taste
  • ½ cup butter
  • 1 stalk celery, leaves removed

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 1 hr 15 mins
  • Additional Time: 30 mins
  • Total Time: 2 hrs
  • Servings: 6

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Place chicken in a roasting pan; season generously inside and out with onion powder, salt, and pepper. Place 3 tablespoons of butter in chicken cavity; arrange dollops of remaining butter on the outside of chicken. Cut celery into 3 or 4 pieces; place in the chicken cavity.
  • Bake chicken uncovered in the preheated oven until no longer pink at the bone and the juices run clear, about 1 hour and 15 minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the thickest part of the thigh, near the bone, should read 165 degrees F (74 degrees C).
  • Remove from the oven and baste with drippings. Cover with aluminum foil and allow to rest for about 30 minutes before serving.
  • Nutrition

    423 cal.

    • Total Fat: 32g
    • Saturated Fat: 7g
    • Cholesterol: 97mg
    • Sodium: 662mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 1g
    • Dietary Fiber: 0g
    • Total Sugars: 1g
    • Protein: 31g
    • Vitamin C: 0mg
    • Calcium: 28mg
    • Iron: 2mg
    • Potassium: 305mg