Orange Rosemary Roasted Chicken
This Orange Rosemary Roasted Chicken is a flavorful and aromatic dish combining juicy roasted chicken with fresh rosemary and zesty orange, perfect for a comforting dinner.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Roasted
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 whole chicken (about 4 pounds)
- 2 oranges, zested and juiced
- 3 sprigs fresh rosemary
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1/4 cup chicken broth
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
- In a small bowl, mix olive oil, orange zest, orange juice, minced garlic, salt, pepper, and paprika.
- Remove giblets from chicken and pat dry with paper towels.
- Place rosemary sprigs inside the chicken cavity.
- Rub the orange and herb mixture all over the chicken, making sure to coat under the skin as well.
- Place the chicken breast-side up on a roasting pan.
- Roast the chicken for 1 hour and 15 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C), basting occasionally with pan juices and chicken broth.
- Remove from oven and let rest for 10 minutes before carving.
Notes
For extra crisp skin, let the chicken rest uncovered in the refrigerator for a few hours before roasting.