Easy Thanksgiving Dinner recipes, Roasted Chicken, Cranberry Sauce, Creamy Mushroom, Table decor

whole chicken

🥗Healthier: skinless chicken parts

💰Cheaper: chicken thighs

Skinless parts reduce fat, while thighs are often more affordable.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Avocado oil has a higher smoke point and is healthier, while vegetable oil is more budget-friendly.

fresh herbs

🥗Healthier: dried herbs

💰Cheaper: mixed Italian seasoning

Dried herbs are more shelf-stable and often cheaper than fresh.

butter

🥗Healthier: margarine

💰Cheaper: oil

Margarine can lower saturated fat, while oil is generally less expensive.

Bring chicken to room temperature before roasting.

Pat dry the chicken nicely before applying the butter mixture.

Mix softened butter with salt, pepper, and oregano, then apply to the chicken.

Bake at 400°F (200°C) for 90 minutes.

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