Tastes Like Chicken! Recipes
(From Chicken Recipes Compiled Since 1992)

Classic Roast Chicken

Category: Top 10 Chicken Recipes

Servings: Serves 4

Description: This homestyle chicken pot pie is packed with tender chicken, mixed vegetables, and a creamy sauce—all wrapped in a flaky golden crust. A comforting favorite.

Ingredients:

• 1 whole chicken (3–4 lbs)
• 2 T olive oil
• 1 t salt
• 1/2 t pepper
• 2 sprigs rosemary
• 1 lemon, halved
• 4 garlic cloves, smashed

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 425°F.
2. Pat chicken dry and rub with olive oil, salt, and pepper.
3. Stuff cavity with rosemary, lemon halves, and garlic.
4. Roast in pan for 1 hour or until juices run clear and thermometer reads 165°F.
5. Let rest 10 minutes before carving.