Description
A whole roasted chicken coated in a savory compound butter of Parmesan, garlic, and fresh herbs for a crisp skin and juicy interior.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 whole chicken (about 4–5 lbs)
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh rosemary, finely chopped
- 1 tablespoon fresh thyme, finely chopped
- 1 lemon, halved
- 4 whole garlic cloves, peeled
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (218°C).
- Pat the chicken completely dry using paper towels to ensure the skin crisps properly.
- In a small bowl, combine softened butter, Parmesan, minced garlic, chopped rosemary, thyme, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- Carefully lift the skin over the chicken breasts and spread half of the butter mixture directly onto the meat.
- Rub the remaining butter mixture over the entire exterior of the chicken.
- Place the lemon halves, whole garlic cloves, and a few sprigs of fresh herbs inside the chicken cavity.
- Place the chicken in a roasting pan and roast for 1 hour to 1 hour 20 minutes, or until a meat thermometer reads 165°F in the thickest part of the thigh.
- Remove from the oven and let the chicken rest for 15 minutes before carving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American