Sunday Roasted Chicken Recipe

Name: Sunday Roasted Chicken
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 Tablespoon Peppercorns; 1- 1/2 Tablespoon Kosher Salt; 1 whole Lemon Zest; 2 whole Garlic Cloves, Peeled; 1 Tablespoon Fresh Thyme Leaves; 1 whole Chicken, 3 3/4 To 4 Lbs; 2 Tablespoons Olive Oil; 2 Tablespoons Butter; 2 whole Garlic Cloves, Sliced; 4 whole Sprigs Fresh Herbs (rosemary, Thyme, Etc, For Stuffing The Chicken); Cut Up Vegetables, Your Choice, To Place Under The Chicken While Baking

Servings: persons

1 Tablespoon Peppercorns
1- 1/2 Tablespoon Kosher Salt
1 whole Lemon Zest
2 whole Garlic Cloves, Peeled
1 Tablespoon Fresh Thyme Leaves
1 whole Chicken, 3 3/4 To 4 Lbs
2 Tablespoons Olive Oil
2 Tablespoons Butter
2 whole Garlic Cloves, Sliced
4 whole Sprigs Fresh Herbs (rosemary, Thyme, Etc, For Stuffing The Chicken)
Cut Up Vegetables, Your Choice, To Place Under The Chicken While Baking

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Put the peppercorns and salt in a mortar.
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Using a pestle, crush the peppercorns until coarsely ground.
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Add the lemon zest and garlic and grind until a paste forms.
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Add the thyme and crush until the leaves are barely pulverized and the fragrant oils are released.
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Cut the wing tips off the chicken and reserve them with the giblets for sauce.
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Pat the chicken dry with a paper towel.
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Gently slide your fingers under the breast of the chicken to loosen the skin, being careful not to tear it.
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Rub some of the olive oil underneath the skin and the rest on the outside of the chicken.
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Repeat with the seasoning paste.
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Slip extra slivers of garlic and pieces of butter under the skin.
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Stuff the cavity with lovely things like the rest of the lemon chopped up, and whole springs of good smelling herbs...
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Using kitchen twine, tie the wings behind the back and truss the legs together.
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In a baking dish, over a melange of vegetables (such as carrots, potatoes, or onions) if you please, cook the chicken at 450 degrees for about 55 minutes, lowering the temperature to 400 half way though.
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Place the chicken on a carving board, and let rest for 10 minutes before serving.

319

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Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* 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

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.

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 Tablespoon Peppercorns, 1- 1/2 Tablespoon Kosher Salt, 1 whole Lemon Zest, 2 whole Garlic Cloves, Peeled, and more.

Yes, Sunday Roasted Chicken 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!

Sunday Roasted Chicken

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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