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Cooking at Home - Roast Chicken

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Makes: 7 Servings

Roasted chicken is a simple and classic recipe that will never go out of style. Experiment with different seasonings if you'd like. Try it with your favorite vegetables on the side for a delicious meal. 

Ingredients

  • 1 chicken, whole
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil (or canola oil)
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • salt and pepper (to taste, optional)

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F.
  2. Combine Italian seasoning, garlic powder, salt and pepper (optional).
  3. Rub chicken with oil, then rub with spice mixture.
  4. Place chicken, breast side down, in roasting pan or Dutch oven.
  5. Bake, uncovered, until internal temperature reaches at least 165°F.
  6. Let chicken rest for 10 minutes before cutting.

Notes

  • For more flavor, try other seasonings like 1 teaspoon rosemary or thyme.
  • Serve with mashed sweet potatoes.

Source: University of Minnesota Extension.

Nutrition Information

Serving Size: 1/7 of recipe

Nutrients

Amount

Total Calories

312

Total Fat

25 g

Saturated Fat

7 g

Cholesterol

81 mg

Sodium

81 mg

Carbohydrates

0 g

Dietary Fiber

0 g

Total Sugars

0 g

Added Sugars included

0 g

Protein

20 g

Vitamin D

0 mcg

Calcium

15 mg

Iron

1 mg

Potassium

240 mg