Crispy Roasted Chicken

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The best Whole Roasted Chicken recipe starts with a dry salt brine, creating a golden brown, crispy roast chicken with flavorful, juicy meat. Potatoes sit at the bottom of the Dutch oven and cook in the drippings, while garlic, lemon, and fresh herbs season the entire dish. Your quest for the perfect roast chicken stops here!

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1 whole chicken ( 3.5 lbs. )
Kosher salt
6 medium Yukon gold potatoes
3 T olive oil
freshly-ground black pepper
1 lemon
1 head of garlic
1 Vidalia onion
4 sprigs fresh thyme
2 sprigs fresh rosemary
2 T butter ( melted )
  • Place a wire rack on top of a rimmed baking sheet. Liberally sprinkle salt all over the outside of the chicken. Cover the chicken loosely with parchment paper and refrigerate overnight (about 24...

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Nutritions

Calories
1035

Sodium
283mg
11% DV

Fat
69g
106% DV

Protein
75g
150% DV

Carbs
17g
5% DV

Fiber
8g
33% DV