Roast chicken

There are many different ways to roast chicken, but the basic method is to cook the chicken in an oven at a high temperature. This can be done by preheating the oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit and then cooking the chicken for about 30 minutes.

The first recorded roast chicken recipe was published in the early 1800s. It was a simple dish that consisted of chicken, butter, and salt. It was not until the mid-19th century that other ingredients, such as herbs and spices, began to be added to roast chicken recipes.

Today, there are countless different ways to roast chicken. Herbs, spices, and other ingredients can be added to the chicken before cooking, or they can be added to the pan drippings to create a flavorful sauce. Roast chicken can be served with a variety of side dishes, such as roasted potatoes, vegetables, and rice.

Advice

When it comes to making roast chicken, the key is to make sure that the chicken is cooked through, but not overcooked. Start by preheating the oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit. Pat the chicken dry with paper towel and then season with salt, pepper, and your favorite herbs or spices. Place the chicken in a roasting pan, breast side up, and bake for about 75 minutes, or until the internal temperature of the chicken reaches 165 degrees. Basting the chicken occasionally while cooking can help the chicken stay moist. When the chicken is finished cooking, let it rest for 15 to 20 minutes before slicing and serving.

Questions

Is it better to roast chicken at 350 or 425?

It depends on how quickly you would like the chicken to cook. Roasting at 350 degrees Fahrenheit will take longer, but the chicken will be more moist. Roasting at 425 degrees Fahrenheit will cook faster, but the chicken may be drier.

Is it better to bake chicken at 350 or 400?

It depends on the type of chicken and what type of dish you are making. Generally, chicken should be cooked at 350°F for 30-40 minutes, depending on the size and thickness of the chicken pieces. Baking at 400°F for 20-30 minutes can be more effective if you are making a dish with a crunchy coating.

How long does it take to roast a chicken on 350?

It takes approximately 90 minutes to roast a chicken at 350°F. This time can vary depending on the size of the chicken, so it is best to check the internal temperature of the chicken with a meat thermometer to ensure it is cooked thoroughly.

What temperature should roast chicken be cooked at?

Roast chicken should be cooked at an oven temperature of 350°F.

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Recipes

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Roast Chicken

  • white wine
  • parsley
  • sage
  • garlic
  • lemon
  • onion
  • butter
  • salt
  • chicken
  • olive oil
  • rosemary
  • garlic
  • rosemary
  • salt
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Jonathan Waxman’s Roast Chicken

  • CHICKEN
  • black pepper
  • range chicken
  • salt
  • lemon
  • olive oil
  • SALSA VERDE
  • olive oil
  • caper
  • chive
  • rosemary
  • sage
  • tarragon
  • arugula
  • basil
  • cilantro
  • parsley
  • salt
  • anchovy
  • garlic
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Roast Chicken

  • lemon
  • onion
  • chicken
  • red potato
  • rosemary
  • carrot
  • butter
  • chicken gravy
  • salt
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Hot Sauce Roast Chicken With Tangy Kale Salad

  • CHICKEN
  • salt
  • chicken
  • onion powder
  • lemon
  • vinegar based arbol hot sauce
  • cumin
  • chipotle
  • butter
  • VINAIGRETTE
  • garlic
  • lime zest
  • olive oil
  • black pepper
  • salt
  • oregano
  • CABBAGE AND KALE SLAW
  • cilantro
  • green cabbage
  • tuscan kale
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Roast Chicken with Crisp Toasts and Ricotta

  • salt
  • salt
  • lemon juice
  • olive oil
  • olive oil
  • lemon zest
  • chicken
  • heavy cream
  • chicken broth
  • pine nut
  • green
  • lemon juice
  • butter
  • butter
  • salt
  • marsala
  • ricotta cheese
  • sourdough loaf
  • sage
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Indian-Style Stuffed Roast Chicken

  • pea
  • potato
  • garam masala
  • ground
  • ginger paste
  • cumin
  • lime juice
  • chicken
  • ground beef
  • chili powder
  • turmeric powder
  • coriander
  • onion
  • tomato
  • yogurt
  • garlic paste
  • vegetable oil
  • cumin seed
  • salt
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Roast Chicken

  • chicken
  • carrot
  • onion
  • celery
  • all purpose flour
  • butter
  • garlic
  • chicken stock
  • butter
  • orange
  • lemon
  • black pepper
  • black pepper
  • salt
  • salt
  • herb
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Caesar Salad Roast Chicken

  • salt
  • parmesan cheese
  • dijon mustard
  • chicken
  • black pepper
  • olive oil
  • lemon
  • romaine heart
  • bread
  • mayonnaise
  • anchovy
  • garlic
  • shallot
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Persian Roast Chicken

  • roasting chicken
  • onion
  • saffron thread
  • cinnamon
  • cumin
  • water
  • clementine
  • lemon
  • olive oil
  • salt
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San Hua Kao Ji, Three-Flower Roast Chicken

  • MARINATING
  • ginger
  • jasmine tea
  • red sichuan peppercorn
  • black pepper
  • chicken
  • green onion
  • chinese rice wine
  • salt
  • STUFFING
  • star anise
  • jasmine tea
  • ginger
  • bay leaf
  • green onion
  • POACHING
  • salt
  • star anise
  • jasmine tea
  • ginger
  • green onion
  • red chile pepper
  • bay leaf
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Roast Chicken with Panzanella

  • Panzanella
  • salt
  • onion
  • olive oil
  • basil
  • red wine vinegar
  • kirby cucumber
  • tomato
  • day peasant bread
  • pepper
  • Chicken
  • smoked paprika
  • cumin
  • lemon
  • olive oil
  • sage
  • salt
  • pepper
  • wine grape
  • chicken
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Cajun Whole Roast chicken

  • smoked paprika
  • bouillon powder
  • white pepper
  • onion
  • creole salt
  • cayenne pepper
  • oil
  • potato
  • onion powder
  • thyme
  • garlic
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Green chile roast chicken

  • cumin
  • green chile
  • cilantro
  • yellow mustard
  • chicken
  • allspice
  • lime juice
  • olive oil
  • salt
  • green chile
  • garlic
  • black pepper
  • cilantro
  • lime
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Peruvian-Style Roast Chicken

  • paprika
  • lime juice
  • honey
  • chili paste
  • chili paste
  • black pepper
  • cumin
  • cilantro
  • lime juice
  • olive oil
  • cumin
  • cotija cheese
  • chicken
  • basil
  • garlic
  • oregano spice
  • chili powder
  • jalapeño
  • soy sauce
  • garlic
  • olive oil
  • salt

Ingredient Breakdown

 
salt
chicken
olive oil
garlic
black pepper
butter
lemon
onion
thyme
rosemary
lemon juice
parsley
cumin
carrot
white wine
shallot
oregano
lemon zest
ginger
cilantro
pepper
bay leaf
chicken broth
water
honey
onion powder
green onion
red pepper flake
sage
orange
basil
paprika
garlic powder
herb
lime juice
tomato
smoked paprika
maple syrup
cinnamon
sumac
sherry vinegar
red wine vinegar
celery
all purpose flour
soy sauce
vegetable oil
potato
chicken stock
jasmine tea
buttermilk
parmesan cheese
sugar
apricot
spice mill
fennel seed
chicken leg
bell pepper
range chicken
tarragon
anchovy
greek yogurt
coriander
za atar
allspice
tahini
pine nut
oil
black peppercorn
leek
rib celery
chili powder
cumin seed
roasting chicken
orange juice
star anise
green garlic
butternut squash
brussels sprout
green chile
lime
bacon
chili paste
brown sugar
rather lemon
mint
almond
date
couscou
orange blossom water
curry powder
grapefruit juice
castelvetrano olife
blood orange
fingerling potato
kalamata olife
fig
seckel pear
loaf focaccia
yellow bell pepper
egg yolk
caper
chive
arugula
white sesame seed
red potato
chicken gravy
lavash
russet potato
egg white
fennel
parsnip
lime zest
vinegar based arbol hot sauce
green cabbage
chipotle
tuscan kale
heavy cream
green
marsala
ricotta cheese
sourdough loaf
leek top
woody herb
kale
vermouth
baking powder
light olive oil
pistachio
apricot preserve
peppercorn
maldon salt
chicken drumstick
pea
garam masala
ground
ginger paste
ground beef
turmeric powder
yogurt
garlic paste
feta
drumstick
dijon mustard
romaine heart
bread
mayonnaise
saffron thread
clementine
cornflour cornstarch
yukon gold potato
herbes de provence
zucchini
red dulse flake
lemon zest lemon juice
kelp seaweed
avocado oil
dripping
arrowroot powder
coriander seed
milk greek yogurt
turmeric
saffron
asparagus
rhubarb
nonstick spray
rice vinegar
napa cabbage kimchi
fingerling
cloves garlic clove
bitter green
chicken thigh
pancetta
winter squash
red sichuan peppercorn
chinese rice wine
red chile pepper
bread salad
kirby cucumber
wine grape
day peasant bread
yellow potato
challah breadcrumb
asian sesame oil
sourdough
urfa biber
lemon curd
fresno chile
bouillon powder
white pepper
creole salt
cayenne pepper
herbs rosemary
fennel bulb
caraway seed
yellow mustard
new mexican red chile powder
rice
cotija cheese
oregano spice
jalapeño
sorghum
pomegranate seed
raisin
apple
cranberry
apple juice
apple cider vinegar
orange zest
mustard

Insights

Correlated with Higher Ratings

  • shallot
  • lemon
  • chicken

Staple Ingredients

  • salt 72%
  • chicken 62%
  • olive oil 48%
  • garlic 36%

Common Ingredients

  • black pepper 32%
  • butter 24%
  • lemon 21%
  • onion 21%
  • thyme 17%

Usual Ingredients

  • lemon juice 14%
  • parsley 12%
  • rosemary 11%
  • carrot 9%
  • cumin 9%
  • lemon zest 7%
  • oregano 7%
  • pepper 7%
  • shallot 7%
  • white wine 7%
  • bay leaf 5%
  • chicken broth 5%
  • cilantro 5%
  • garlic powder 5%
  • ginger 5% See More
  • honey 5%
  • water 5%
  • cinnamon 4%
  • onion powder 4%
  • paprika 4%