Simple Roast Chicken with Truffle Oil Drizzle

Name: Simple Roast Chicken with Truffle Oil Drizzle
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 (3 1/2-pound) chicken; 2 tablespoons olive oil; 1 tablespoon salt; 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper; 1 1/2 teaspoons chopped fresh thyme leaves, stems reserved; 1 1/2 teaspoons chopped fresh rosemary leaves, stems reserved; 2 large onions, thickly sliced; 2 medium carrots, peeled; 2 ribs celery, ends trimmed; 1 bay leaf; 1 1/2 teaspoons to 1 tablespoon truffle oil, to drizzle, optional

Servings: persons

1 (3 1/2-pound) chicken
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 tablespoon salt
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1 1/2 teaspoons chopped fresh thyme leaves, stems reserved
1 1/2 teaspoons chopped fresh rosemary leaves, stems reserved
2 large onions, thickly sliced
2 medium carrots, peeled
2 ribs celery, ends trimmed
1 bay leaf
1 1/2 teaspoons to 1 tablespoon truffle oil, to drizzle, optional

1
Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F.
2
Rinse the chicken well inside and out with water and pat dry with paper towels.
3
Rub the chicken all over with the olive oil and season inside and out with salt and pepper.
4
Sprinkle the thyme and rosemary all over the chicken and place the reserved stems inside the chicken cavity.
5
Arrange the onion slices, carrots, celery and bay leaf in the bottom of a small roasting pan in such a way as to make a bed for the chicken to lie on.
6
Place the chicken on the bed of vegetables, breast side up, and roast in the oven until the skin is golden brown, 30 to 45 minutes.
7
Reduce the oven temperature to 375 degrees F and continue to roast until the chicken is cooked through and the juices run clear, 30 to 45 minutes longer.
8
Remove the chicken from the oven and set aside to rest for 10 minutes before carving.
9
When ready to serve the chicken, carve into 8 pieces and serve, drizzled with truffle oil to taste.
10
Garnish with fresh herb sprigs.

173

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 (3 1/2-pound) chicken, 2 tablespoons olive oil, 1 tablespoon salt, 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper, and more.

Yes, Simple Roast Chicken with Truffle Oil Drizzle falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!