Classic Roasted Whole Chicken

A whole roasted chicken with golden crispy skin served on a wooden cutting board next to roasted garlic.

Roasting a whole chicken is easier than it sounds, and the result is a juicy, flavorful centerpiece for your dinner table. Joe’s Amish Chicken Whole Fryer delivers tender meat with crispy, golden skin every time. This foolproof recipe uses just a few pantry staples to keep things simple and delicious.

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Serving Size: 6
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Ingredients

  • 1 whole fryer chicken (from Joe’s Amish Chicken)
  • 2 tbsp olive oil or melted butter
  • 1 lemon, halved
  • 1 head of garlic, halved
  • Fresh thyme or rosemary sprigs
  • Salt and pepper

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 425°F.
  2. Pat chicken dry and rub with oil or butter.
  3. Season generously with salt and pepper.
  4. Stuff the cavity with lemon, garlic, and herbs.
  5. Tie legs together with kitchen twine and place in a roasting pan.
  6. Roast for 1 hour to 1 hour 15 minutes, until juices run clear and internal temp is 165°F.
  7. Let rest 10 minutes before carving.

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