Description
Juicy, tender chicken with a crispy skin, seasoned simply for a flavorful Peruvian dish.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 whole chicken (3.5 to 4 lbs), cleaned and patted dry
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Rub the entire chicken with olive oil, then season generously with salt and pepper.
- Place the chicken in a roasting pan breast side up.
- Roast in the preheated oven for about 75 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C) and the skin is golden brown.
- Remove from the oven, let rest for 10 minutes before carving, and serve.
Notes
For extra flavor, consider adding spices like paprika, garlic powder, or cumin. Let the chicken rest for even juicier meat.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 75 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: Peruvian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 0g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 60g
- Cholesterol: 196mg
Keywords: Peruvian chicken, roast chicken, flavorful chicken, easy chicken recipe