Golden Roasted Chicken with Herb Butter
Jonathan Seitz
over 1 year ago
This golden roasted chicken with herb butter is a classic dish that is perfect for any occasion. The chicken is juicy and flavorful, and the herb butter adds a delicious richness to the dish. It's easy to make and is sure to impress your guests!
Cooking Time
1 hour and 15 minutes
Serving Size
4-6 servings
Nutrition Per Serving
Cal
450
Protein
45g
Fat
30g
Sat Fat
12g
Carbs
1g
Chole
150mg
Fiber
0g
Sugar
0g
Sodium
500mg
Ingredients
- 1 whole chicken
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh herbs (such as thyme, rosemary, and sage)
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 425°F.
- Rinse the chicken and pat it dry with paper towels.
- In a small bowl, mix together the butter, herbs, salt, and pepper.
- Gently loosen the skin of the chicken and spread the herb butter underneath the skin, being careful not to tear the skin.
- Rub any remaining herb butter over the outside of the chicken.
- Place the chicken in a roasting pan and roast for 1 hour and 15 minutes, or until the internal temperature of the chicken reaches 165°F.
- Let the chicken rest for 10 minutes before carving and serving.
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