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Roasted Dutch Oven Whole Chicken with 5 Ingredients

This Roasted Dutch Oven Whole Chicken is simple, hearty, and full of comfort. With just 5 ingredients, you get a juicy, golden bird that tastes like Sunday dinner any night of the week.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Resting Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 45 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 520
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 whole chicken around 4 to 5 pounds
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 4 cloves garlic peeled
  • 2 sprigs fresh herbs rosemary or thyme
  • 1 tsp sea salt or to taste
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper or to taste

Equipment

  • Dutch Oven

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F and place your Dutch oven on the stove over medium heat.
  2. Pat the chicken dry with paper towels to help the skin crisp up beautifully.
  3. Rub the chicken all over with olive oil, salt, and pepper. Tuck garlic and herbs inside the cavity.
  4. Sear the chicken breast-side down in the Dutch oven for about 5 minutes until golden, then flip it over.
  5. Cover with the lid and place in the oven. Roast for 60 minutes, then remove the lid and roast for another 15 to 20 minutes to brown the skin.
  6. Let the chicken rest for 10 minutes before slicing so the juices settle in.

Notes

Add carrots, potatoes, or onions to the Dutch oven for a complete one-pot meal. Leftovers make great sandwiches or soups.