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Classic Roast Chicken

This classic roast chicken is a perfect meal. It’s affordable, tasty, and easy to make.
Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 1 hr 25 mins
15 mins
Total Time 1 hr 45 mins
Servings 6

Ingredients
  

  • 1 chicken whole
  • ½ cup butter melted
  • 1 lemon quartered
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • ½ tsp salt
  • ½ tsp pepper
  • ½ tsp garlic powder

Instructions
 

  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F.
  • Pat the chicken with a paper towel, which will help get rid of any extra moisture and get it golden brown and crispy.
  • Brush the chicken on all sides with melted butter.
  • Sprinkle on paprika, garlic powder, pepper, and salt.
  • Stuff the chicken with lemon. Place on a baking sheet, breast side up.
  • Bake the chicken in the oven for 1 hour and 25 minutes. 
  • Let rest for 15-20 min. Carve the chicken and serve with roast potatoes and fresh vegetables. Enjoy!