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Juicy Classic Roasted Chicken

A simple buttery roasted whole chicken with crispy skin and tender meat, cooked the traditional home-style way.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Total Time 2 hours
Servings: 6
Course: Dinner, Family Meal, Holiday Meal, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Comfort Food, Western
Calories: 422
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 whole chicken 3 pounds, giblets removed
  • Salt to taste
  • Black pepper to taste
  • 1 tablespoon onion powder
  • ½ cup butter
  • 1 stalk celery cut into pieces

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and pat chicken dry.
  2. Place chicken in roasting pan and season inside and outside with salt, pepper, and onion powder.
  3. Put 3 tablespoons butter inside the cavity and spread remaining butter over the skin.
  4. Insert celery pieces into the cavity.
  5. Roast uncovered for 1 hour 15 minutes or until internal temperature reaches 165°F.
  6. Baste with drippings, cover loosely with foil, and rest 30 minutes before serving.

Notes

  • Dry skin before seasoning for crispy texture
  • Resting keeps the meat juicy
  • For crispier skin roast at 425°F for 55–60 minutes