Oven Roasted Half Chicken

Name: Oven Roasted Half Chicken
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 35 min
Total time: 1 h 20 min
Yield: 4 serving
Ingredients: 1 (4-5 pound) whole chicken; 4 tablespoons unsalted butter; 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil; 1 tablespoon lemon zest; 1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves; 2 teaspoons minced garlic; 1 1/2 teaspoons smoked paprika; 1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt; 1 teaspoon black pepper; fresh parsley; Lemon wedges

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Prep Time
15 mins
Cook Time
15 mins
Resting Time
30 mins
Total Time
1 hr 20 mins
Servings
4
Calories
140 kcal
Course
Main Course
Cuisine
American

Oven Roasted Half Chicken

Mila Ali

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Delicious roasted chicken - half or whole!

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Ingredients

Servings

1 (4-5 pound) whole chicken (or 2 half chickens)
4 tablespoons unsalted butter softened
1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
1 tablespoon lemon zest
1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves (or 1 teaspoon dried)
2 teaspoons minced garlic
1 1/2 teaspoons smoked paprika
1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt
1 teaspoon black pepper
fresh parsley for garnish
Lemon wedges for serving

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Instructions

Remove the chicken giblets and pat the chicken dry with paper towels.
Place the chicken on a large cutting board, breast side down. Using kitchen shears, cut along one side of the chicken spine, separating it from the ribs. Repeat on the other side of the spine. Flip the chicken over onto its back and firmly cut the cartilage and soft bone down the middle of the breasts so the two halves come apart.
In a small bowl, combine the butter, oil, lemon zest, thyme, garlic, paprika, salt and pepper. Rub the seasoned butter evenly over the chicken halves, getting some under the skin, then let them rest for 30 minutes at room temperature.
Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F.
Transfer the chicken haves to a deep baking sheet, roasting pan, or oven-safe skillet, skin side up. Roast the chicken for 35 to 40 minutes, basting with the released juices every 10 to 15 minutes, until the internal temperature registers at 165F, or until the juices run clear when the chicken is cut. You can broil the chicken for 2-4 minutes at the end of the cook time to crisp up the skin if you'd like.
Remove the chicken from the oven. Cover loosely with foil and rest for 10-15 minutes before serving.

Notes

Storage: Store leftovers in a sealed container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat in the oven, microwave or use in other dishes like salads or casseroles.

Nutrition Information

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Calories 140kcal (7%) Carbohydrates 2g (1%) Protein 1g (2%) Fat 15g (23%) Saturated Fat 8g (40%) Polyunsaturated Fat 1g Monounsaturated Fat 6g Trans Fat 0.5g Cholesterol 30mg (10%) Sodium 875mg (36%) Potassium 47mg (1%) Fiber 1g (4%) Sugar 0.2g (0%) Vitamin A 806IU (16%) Vitamin C 5mg (6%) Calcium 20mg (2%) Iron 1mg (6%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 140 kcal

% Daily Value*

Calories	140kcal	7%
Carbohydrates	2g	1%
Protein	1g	2%
Fat	15g	23%
Saturated Fat	8g	40%
Polyunsaturated Fat	1g	6%
Monounsaturated Fat	6g	30%
Trans Fat	0.5g	25%
Cholesterol	30mg	10%
Sodium	875mg	36%
Potassium	47mg	1%
Fiber	1g	4%
Sugar	0.2g	0%
Vitamin A	806IU	16%
Vitamin C	5mg	6%
Calcium	20mg	2%
Iron	1mg	6%