Description
Experience the warmth of home-cooked rotisserie chicken, with its enticing aroma and crispy skin that promises juicy bites. Perfect for family gatherings or a cozy dinner, this easy recipe creates a culinary experience that everyone will love. With simple ingredients and straightforward instructions, you’ll impress your loved ones without breaking a sweat.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 whole chicken (4–5 lbs)
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tsp garlic powder
- 2 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tbsp dried oregano (preferably Mediterranean)
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp freshly cracked black pepper
- 2 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Pat the chicken dry with paper towels.
- In a small bowl, mix olive oil, garlic powder, smoked paprika, oregano, salt, pepper, and lemon juice to form a paste.
- Rub the seasoning mixture all over the chicken, including under the skin.
- Place the chicken breast-side up in a roasting pan.
- Roast for approximately 1 hour and 20 minutes until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C) and the skin is golden brown.
- Let it rest for at least 15 minutes before carving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 80 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece (8 oz)
- Calories: 390
- Sugar: 0 g
- Sodium: 740 mg
- Fat: 22 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 0 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 42 g
- Cholesterol: 120 mg