Description
Experience the delightful aroma and flavor of homemade rotisserie chicken, perfect for family gatherings or a cozy weeknight dinner. This dish features juicy, tender meat and crispy skin, making it a culinary favorite that elevates any meal. Paired with your choice of sides, this rotisserie chicken is sure to impress!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 (3-4 lb) whole chicken
- 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tsp salt
- 1 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 2 tsp paprika (smoked for extra flavor)
- 2 tbsp fresh rosemary or thyme (or 1 tbsp dried)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Rinse the chicken under cold water and pat dry with paper towels.
- Rub olive oil evenly over the chicken, then season with salt, pepper, garlic powder, paprika, and herbs, ensuring to season inside the cavity.
- Place the seasoned chicken breast-side up in a roasting pan and roast for approximately 1 hour and 15 minutes until juices run clear when pierced between the leg and thigh.
- Allow the chicken to rest for 10-15 minutes before carving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 75 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of chicken (approx. 175g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 21g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 0g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 90mg