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Oven-Roasted Chicken with Garlic and Rosemary

Oven-Roasted Chicken with Garlic and Rosemary

A classic Italian roast chicken scented with fresh rosemary and garlic. Basted with its own juices for crispy skin and tender meat.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 minute
Total Time 16 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Dish
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • A 3 1/2-pound chicken
  • 2 sprigs of fresh rosemary OR 1 heaping teaspoon dried leaves
  • 3 garlic cloves, peeled
  • Salt
  • Black pepper, ground fresh from the mill
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Wash and dry chicken.
  2. Put garlic, salt, pepper, and one rosemary sprig inside cavity.
  3. Rub skin with oil, salt, pepper, and remaining rosemary.
  4. Roast for about 1 hour, turning and basting every 15 minutes.
  5. Deglaze roasting pan with water to make a quick sauce.
  6. Pour sauce over chicken and serve.

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