Perfect Roast Chicken
105 minutes
4 people
550 kcalper person
Protein 40g
Carbs 5g
Fats 40g
About this dish
A classic Sunday roast staple. Juicy, tender chicken with crispy golden skin, infused with lemon and thyme.
Allergy Info
Dairy
Diet Info
Meat
Ingredients
- Whole Chicken1.5 kg
- Butter50 g
- Thyme1 bunch
- Lemon1 whole
Utensils
- Roasting tray
- Chef's knife
- Cutting board
- Basting brush or spoon
- Meat thermometer
Method
1
Preheat the oven to 200°C/180°C fan.
Approx. 5 minutes
2
Halve the lemon and ensure the butter is soft.
Approx. 2 minutes
3
Place the Whole Chicken into the roasting tray.
Approx. 1 minutes
4
Rub the chicken all over with the Butter and season generously.
Approx. 5 minutes
5
Scatter the Thyme over the chicken and stuff the cavity with the Lemon halves.
Approx. 2 minutes
6
Place in the oven and roast for 30 minutes.
Approx. 30 minutes
7
Remove from oven, baste the chicken with the pan juices, and roast for a further 45 minutes.
Approx. 45 minutes
8
Check the internal temperature (it should reach 75°C in the thickest part).
Approx. 2 minutes
9
Remove from the oven, cover loosely with foil, and let it rest for 15 minutes.
Approx. 15 minutes
10
Carve and serve.
Approx. 5 minutes