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Christmas Recipe Food: 7 Steps for a Joyous Roast Chicken


  • Author: Julia marin
  • Total Time: 95 minutes
  • Yield: 4-6 servings 1x
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

A simple and festive Christmas recipe for a delicious roast chicken.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 whole chicken (about 45 lbs)
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 lemon, quartered
  • 4 garlic cloves, smashed
  • Fresh rosemary sprigs

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Pat the chicken dry with paper towels.
  3. Rub the olive oil all over the chicken.
  4. Season the chicken with salt and pepper, inside and out.
  5. Stuff the cavity with lemon, garlic, and rosemary.
  6. Place the chicken in a roasting pan.
  7. Roast in the oven for about 1 hour and 20 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).
  8. Let it rest for 10 minutes before carving.
  9. Serve and enjoy your festive meal!

Notes

  • Make sure the chicken is at room temperature before roasting for even cooking.
  • Use a meat thermometer to check doneness.
  • You can add vegetables like carrots and potatoes to the roasting pan for a complete meal.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 80 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Roasting
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 piece
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 0g
  • Sodium: 500mg
  • Fat: 20g
  • Saturated Fat: 5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 15g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 0g
  • Fiber: 0g
  • Protein: 40g
  • Cholesterol: 120mg

Keywords: christmas recipe food, roast chicken, holiday meal