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Easy Cast Iron Roasted Chicken for Dinner

This cast iron roasted chicken delivers crispy golden skin and juicy, tender meat with minimal effort. Perfect for weeknights or family dinners, it’s seasoned with herbs, garlic, and lemon, then seared and roasted to perfection
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Resting Time 10 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 410
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 whole chicken or bone-in pieces
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 3 cloves garlic smashed
  • 1 lemon sliced
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper freshly ground
  • 1 tbsp fresh herbs such as rosemary or thyme

Equipment

  • Cast Iron Skillet
  • Oven

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F. Warm your cast iron skillet over medium heat on the stovetop.
  2. Pat the chicken dry with paper towels. Drizzle with olive oil and season with salt, pepper, and herbs.
  3. Sear the chicken skin-side down in the skillet for 5 minutes until golden brown.
  4. Flip the chicken, add garlic and lemon slices around it, and transfer the skillet to the oven.
  5. Roast for 25 to 30 minutes, or until internal temperature reaches 165°F. Let it rest for 10 minutes before slicing.

Notes

Use chicken thighs if you prefer darker meat. Add small potatoes or carrots to roast with the chicken. For added flavor, try a drizzle of honey garlic sauce or sprinkle chili flakes for heat.