How To Cook Whole Chicken In Oven

All you need to know about: How To Cook Whole Chicken In Oven.

Ingredients

1 whole chicken (4 to 5 pounds)
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1 teaspoon paprika
1 teaspoon garlic powder

Instructions

1. Preheat your oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit.

2. Rinse the chicken and pat it dry with paper towels.

3. Place the chicken in a roasting pan or a large cast iron skillet.

4. Rub the chicken with olive oil.

5. Sprinkle the chicken with salt, pepper, paprika, and garlic powder.

6. Place the chicken in the preheated oven and bake for 1 hour and 15 minutes, or until the internal temperature of the chicken reaches 165 degrees Fahrenheit.

7. Once the chicken is cooked, remove it from the oven and let it rest for 10 minutes before carving.

Tips

– For extra flavor, stuff the chicken cavity with fresh herbs like rosemary and thyme, or a lemon and onion.
– To ensure even cooking, make sure the chicken is evenly coated with the oil and seasoning.
– If the chicken skin is getting too browned, cover it with a piece of aluminum foil.