For extra crispy skin, pat the chicken dry with paper towels before applying the spice rub. Consider adding some aromatics like lemon wedges, onion quarters, or fresh herbs (such as rosemary or thyme) to the chicken cavity along with the garlic for added flavor. If the chicken skin starts to brown too quickly, tent it loosely with aluminum foil during the later stages of roasting. Make sure your oven is properly calibrated for accurate temperature readings. Don't skip the resting period! It's crucial for a juicy chicken.
Simple Whole Roasted Chicken
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PREP TIME15 mins
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COOK TIME1 hrs
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TOTAL TIME25 hrs 35 mins
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SERVING6 People
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VIEWS3.3K
Elevate your roast chicken game with this aromatic spice rub. The warm spices create a delightful crust and infuse the chicken with a subtle sweetness and savory depth. A long marination period ensures a flavorful and incredibly tender bird.
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Nutrition
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Carbohydrate2 g
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Cholesterol129 mg
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Fiber0 g
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Protein41 g
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Saturated Fat6 g
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Sodium900 mg
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Sugar1 g
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Fat23 g
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Unsaturated Fat0 g
DIRECTIONS
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01 Step
Recipe View In a small bowl, thoroughly combine the salt, sugar, ground cloves, allspice, nutmeg, and cinnamon. (5 minutes)
02 Step
Recipe View Generously rub the spice mixture all over the chicken, ensuring every part is coated. Place the chicken in a large bowl, cover tightly, and refrigerate for at least 24 hours to allow the flavors to penetrate deeply. (24 hours)
03 Step
Recipe View Preheat your oven to 500 degrees F (260 degrees C). (10 minutes)
04 Step
Recipe View Place the chicken breast-side down on a rack set inside a roasting pan. Stuff the cavity with the crushed garlic cloves. (5 minutes)
05 Step
Recipe View Roast the chicken in the preheated oven for 15 minutes. Then, reduce the heat to 450 degrees F (230 degrees C) and roast for another 15 minutes. (30 minutes)
06 Step
Recipe View Baste the chicken with the pan drippings. Reduce the oven temperature to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C) and continue roasting for 30 minutes, or until an instant-read thermometer inserted into the thickest part of the thigh, near the bone, registers 165 degrees F (74 degrees C). (30 minutes)
07 Step
Recipe View Remove the roasted chicken from the oven and let it rest in a warm place for 20 minutes before carving and serving. This allows the juices to redistribute, resulting in a more tender and flavorful bird. (20 minutes)
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Fern Bednar
Jun 8, 2025My family loved this recipe! It's definitely going into our regular rotation.
Ashlee Pacocha
May 4, 2025This was the best roast chicken I've ever made! The spice rub is incredible.
Alysson Green
Jun 16, 2023I added some rosemary and lemon to the cavity, as suggested, and it was delicious!
Valentina Muller
Feb 11, 2022The high-heat roasting method works perfectly. The skin was crispy and the chicken was so moist.
Darrin Balistreri
Dec 3, 2021The 24-hour marination is key. The flavor is amazing throughout the entire chicken.