How to Make Classic Roasted Chicken at Home - Chicken Recipe| Williams-Sonoma

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Avocado oil offers a healthier fat profile.

whole chicken

💰Cheaper: chicken thighs

Chicken thighs are often less expensive and more flavorful.

butter

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Olive oil is a healthier fat option.

chicken broth

🥗Healthier: vegetable broth

💰Cheaper: water + seasoning

Vegetable broth can be a lighter option.

Brush the entire chicken with olive oil.

Remove the giblets and wash the chicken thoroughly, then pat it dry with paper towels.

Season the chicken generously with salt and black pepper, adding some inside the cavity.

Add one chopped onion and fresh thyme and parsley inside the cavity.

Tuck the wings under the chicken for even cooking and presentation.

Tie the legs of the chicken using butcher twine with a classic slip knot.

Lightly grease the roasting rack to prevent sticking.

Preheat the oven to 500°F (260°C).

Roast the chicken for about 50 to 60 minutes, or until the internal temperature reads 170°F (77°C).

Check the chicken's doneness using an instant-read thermometer in the thigh, not close to the bone.

Tip out any juices from the chicken using the back of a wooden spoon.

Optionally remove the onion and herbs from the cavity or leave them in for presentation.

Serve the chicken on a platter with sautéed baby carrots, fresh apricots, and parsley.

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