{"id":47193,"date":"2020-11-20T08:42:10","date_gmt":"2020-11-19T22:42:10","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/?p=47193"},"modified":"2026-08-19T01:56:37","modified_gmt":"2026-08-19T05:56:37","slug":"garlic-herb-butter-roast-chicken","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/garlic-herb-butter-roast-chicken\/","title":{"rendered":"Roast Chicken Recipe"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Garlic Herb Butter <strong>Roast Chicken<\/strong>&nbsp;that is packed&nbsp;with unbelievable flavours, crispy&nbsp;skin, and so juicy!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Nothing beats an easy-to-make and even easier-to-prepare roast chicken. Especially when roasted with garlic butter, rosemary, parsley, lemon, and a hint of white wine for an unbeatable flavor. This Garlic Herb Butter <strong>Roast Chicken<\/strong> definitely beats the pants off of any rotisserie chicken!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Similar to the <a href=\"https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/lemon-garlic-roast-chicken\/\">lemon roasted version<\/a>, but keeping it simple. Prepare in 10 minutes, let the oven do the rest!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1600\" height=\"2400\" src=\"https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/Garlic-Herb-Butter-Roast-Chicken-4-2.jpg\" alt=\"An image of golden garlic herb butter chicken just taken out of the oven and ready to be served.\" class=\"wp-image-135709\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/Garlic-Herb-Butter-Roast-Chicken-4-2.jpg 1600w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/Garlic-Herb-Butter-Roast-Chicken-4-2-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/Garlic-Herb-Butter-Roast-Chicken-4-2-683x1024.jpg 683w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/Garlic-Herb-Butter-Roast-Chicken-4-2-100x150.jpg 100w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/Garlic-Herb-Butter-Roast-Chicken-4-2-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/Garlic-Herb-Butter-Roast-Chicken-4-2-1024x1536.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/Garlic-Herb-Butter-Roast-Chicken-4-2-400x600.jpg 400w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1600px) 100vw, 1600px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h2 id=\"h-why-this-is-the-best-roast-chicken\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Why This Is The Best Roast Chicken?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">When we roast chicken, we don\u2019t do it with just a sprinkling of salt. No, no, no\u2026I like to cook it with FLAVOR. There is so much of it in this chicken that it beats any restaurant chicken recipe. The secret is a homemade <a href=\"https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/easy-garlic-butter-recipe\/\">garlic butter<\/a> as the best seasoning for chicken. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">What makes this specific method the absolute best, though, is how ridiculously easy it is. You don&#8217;t need to stress over overnight brining or complicated prep work. It literally takes about ten minutes to get it oven-ready. The trick is all in the technique: massaging the butter directly <em>under<\/em> the skin. As the bird roasts, it naturally bastes itself from the inside out, locking in all the juices. Then, you just give it a quick blast under the broiler at the very end for that shatteringly crisp skin, and let it rest. It is completely foolproof.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">And honestly, that same rule applies to anything I put in the oven. I don&#8217;t mess around when it comes to building flavor. Just like with a classic <a href=\"https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/pork-roast\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">pork roast<\/a><br>or a <a href=\"https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/beef-tenderloin\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">beef tenderloin<\/a>, a truly great chicken comes down to not holding back on the good stuff.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h2 id=\"h-ingredients-for-garlic-herb-butter-chicken\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Ingredients for Garlic Herb Butter Chicken<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/Ingredients-3.jpg\" alt=\"Image of the ingredients needed to prepare garlic herb roast chicken, specifically: butter, chicken, parsley, oil, garlic, white wine, lemon, rosemary, salt , and pepper.\" class=\"wp-image-84000\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/Ingredients-3.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/Ingredients-3-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/Ingredients-3-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/Ingredients-3-150x100.jpg 150w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/Ingredients-3-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/Ingredients-3-400x267.jpg 400w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You do not need a massive grocery list for this. Easy to find ingredients you have in your fridge or pantry.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Butter:<\/strong> Butter melts slowly in the oven, basting the meat as it cooks and helping the skin get truly golden and crisp. You can replace it with olive oil or ghee, but regular butter gives you a classic, flavor that oil just <em>cannot<\/em> match.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Fresh Garlic:<\/strong> I mash this <strong>right into the butter<\/strong>. Fresh garlic releases natural oils that penetrate the meat while it roasts. Garlic powder works if you have to use it, but it tends to just sit on the surface of the skin instead of melting into the chicken.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Fresh Herbs (Rosemary and Parsley):<\/strong> Fresh herbs hold up very well to high oven temperatures and flavor the pan drippings beautifully. You can absolutely swap these for fresh thyme or sage, depending on what you have. If you only have dried herbs in your pantry, they work too, <strong>just remember<\/strong> to use half the amount since their flavor is much more concentrated.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Dry White Wine:<\/strong> Pouring a splash into the bottom of the roasting pan creates steam to keep the chicken juicy, and it mixes with the garlic butter drippings to make a great pan sauce. If you prefer not to cook with wine, simply swap it out for chicken broth and a good squeeze of fresh lemon juice.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Note:<\/strong> Please see the <a href=\"#recipe-card\" type=\"internal\" id=\"#recipe-card\">Recipe Card<\/a> at the bottom for a full list of ingredients and measurements.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe title=\"The Perfect Roast Chicken | Juicy Every Time\" width=\"800\" height=\"450\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/vQNGpbm3TsY?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"h-how-to-roast-a-whole-chicken\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">How to Roast a Whole Chicken<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Not only does this recipe give you a roast chicken with real flavor\u2026 it delivers crispy skin, juicy meat, and a great dinner to go with <a href=\"https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/classic-potato-salad\/\" type=\"link\" id=\"https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/classic-potato-salad\/\">potato salad<\/a>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Getting a whole chicken ready for the oven is all about building layers of flavor. I always start by making sure the bird is completely dry using paper towels. This is a crucial detail because any extra moisture on the surface will steam the meat instead of roasting it, and you really want that skin to get crisp.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Once the chicken is dry, I move on to the wet ingredients. I mix the olive oil, melted butter, wine, and lemon juice, then massage that mixture absolutely everywhere. I make sure to get it inside the cavity, all over the outside of the chicken, and I carefully work it <em>right under the skin<\/em>. After that, I season the whole thing with salt, pepper, and parsley. <strong>Do not hold back on the seasoning here.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">I actually save the minced garlic for the very end of the prep. Rubbing it on as the last step, particularly under the skin, maximizes the garlic flavor so it stands out rather than getting lost in the liquid. To finish getting it ready, I stuff the cavity with the halved garlic head, fresh rosemary sprigs, and the squeezed lemon halves.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">During the roast, I baste the chicken about halfway through with all the flavorful juices collecting at the bottom of the pan. Once the meat is cooked entirely through, I slide the pan under the broiler for just a few minutes. You will want to watch it closely at this stage until the skin turns a deep golden brown and crisps up completely.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-3 is-cropped wp-block-gallery-2 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1600\" height=\"2400\" data-id=\"135710\" src=\"https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/Garlic-Herb-Butter-Roast-Chicken-7.jpg\" alt=\"Image of the garlic roast chicken being taken out of the oven and sliced to reveal its tenderness and juiciness.\" class=\"wp-image-135710\" style=\"aspect-ratio:4\/3\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/Garlic-Herb-Butter-Roast-Chicken-7.jpg 1600w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/Garlic-Herb-Butter-Roast-Chicken-7-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/Garlic-Herb-Butter-Roast-Chicken-7-683x1024.jpg 683w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/Garlic-Herb-Butter-Roast-Chicken-7-100x150.jpg 100w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/Garlic-Herb-Butter-Roast-Chicken-7-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/Garlic-Herb-Butter-Roast-Chicken-7-1024x1536.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/Garlic-Herb-Butter-Roast-Chicken-7-400x600.jpg 400w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1600px) 100vw, 1600px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1600\" height=\"2400\" data-id=\"135708\" src=\"https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/Garlic-Herb-Butter-Roast-Chicken-3.jpg\" alt=\"Image of the garlic roast chicken being taken out of the oven and sliced to reveal its tenderness and juiciness.\" class=\"wp-image-135708\" style=\"aspect-ratio:4\/3\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/Garlic-Herb-Butter-Roast-Chicken-3.jpg 1600w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/Garlic-Herb-Butter-Roast-Chicken-3-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/Garlic-Herb-Butter-Roast-Chicken-3-683x1024.jpg 683w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/Garlic-Herb-Butter-Roast-Chicken-3-100x150.jpg 100w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/Garlic-Herb-Butter-Roast-Chicken-3-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/Garlic-Herb-Butter-Roast-Chicken-3-1024x1536.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/Garlic-Herb-Butter-Roast-Chicken-3-400x600.jpg 400w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1600px) 100vw, 1600px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1600\" height=\"2400\" data-id=\"135709\" src=\"https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/Garlic-Herb-Butter-Roast-Chicken-4-2.jpg\" alt=\"Image of the garlic roast chicken being taken out of the oven and sliced to reveal its tenderness and juiciness.\" class=\"wp-image-135709\" style=\"aspect-ratio:4\/3\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/Garlic-Herb-Butter-Roast-Chicken-4-2.jpg 1600w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/Garlic-Herb-Butter-Roast-Chicken-4-2-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/Garlic-Herb-Butter-Roast-Chicken-4-2-683x1024.jpg 683w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/Garlic-Herb-Butter-Roast-Chicken-4-2-100x150.jpg 100w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/Garlic-Herb-Butter-Roast-Chicken-4-2-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/Garlic-Herb-Butter-Roast-Chicken-4-2-1024x1536.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/Garlic-Herb-Butter-Roast-Chicken-4-2-400x600.jpg 400w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1600px) 100vw, 1600px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h2 id=\"h-roast-chicken-cooking-time-chart\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Roast Chicken Cooking Time Chart<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Over one hour, depending on the size of your bird. This 4-pound (about 2kg)&nbsp;bird took one hour and 20 minutes of cooking time, then a resting time of 10 minutes to keep all of those juices in before slicing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Usually, I\u2019ll pass on chicken breasts because juicy, crispy <strong>chicken legs<\/strong> are my favorite! BUT, in this roast chicken recipe? I eat it ALL. The breasts come out so moist. NO dry meat happening on this plate!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-denary-background-color has-background is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table is-style-stripes has-small-font-size\"><table class=\"has-background-background-color has-background has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th>Chicken Weight<\/th><th>Oven Temperature<\/th><th>Estimated Time<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>3 lbs (1.4 kg)<\/td><td>325\u00b0F (160\u00b0C)<\/td><td>1 hr 5 min<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>4 lbs (1.8 kg)<\/td><td>325\u00b0F (160\u00b0C)<\/td><td>1 hr 20 min<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>5 lbs (2.3 kg)<\/td><td>325\u00b0F (160\u00b0C)<\/td><td>1 hr 35 min<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Do you see that crispy skin happening? That\u2019s the part we fight over at the table. PLEASE tell me we are normal and your family fights over crispy skin too?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">SOOOO soft and juicy inside!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Remember to always use a meat thermometer, it should read 165\u00b0F \/ 75\u00b0C in the thickest part of the thigh.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h2 id=\"h-how-to-make-gravy-from-pan-drippings\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">How to Make Gravy from Pan Drippings<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Please, whatever you do, do NOT throw away that liquid gold at the bottom of your roasting pan! Those garlic-herb butter drippings are packed with flavor and make the most incredible homemade gravy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">While the chicken is resting, carefully pour the pan juices into a jug. Scoop about 2 tablespoons of the fat that rises to the top and place it in a small saucepan over medium heat.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Whisk in <strong>2 tablespoons of all-purpose flour<\/strong> and let it cook for a minute to form a paste.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Slowly whisk in <strong>1 cup of low-sodium chicken broth<\/strong> along with the remaining pan juices.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Let it simmer for 2-3 minutes until beautifully thickened, stirring constantly.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Taste, add a little salt and pepper if needed, and pour it generously over your chicken and mashed potatoes!<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-denary-background-color has-background is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\" id=\"h-my-top-tips-for-roasting-chicken\">My Top Tips for Roasting Chicken<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Use softened butter:<\/strong> I always make sure the butter is completely at room temperature before I start mashing the garlic into it. If the butter is too cold or stiff, it will not spread easily and you risk tearing the skin when you push it underneath.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Adjust the heat for a larger bird:<\/strong> If I am roasting a bigger chicken, I change my strategy so it cooks all the way through without burning the outside. I start the oven at <strong>430\u00b0F (220\u00b0C)<\/strong>, or <strong>400\u00b0F (200\u00b0C)<\/strong> for fan-forced, and roast it for one hour. Then, I drop the temperature down to <strong>325\u00b0F (160\u00b0C)<\/strong>. At that point, I baste the chicken, cover it, and let it roast for another 45 minutes to an hour, stopping to baste two more times. It is done when the juices run clear and the internal temperature hits <strong>165\u00b0F (75\u00b0C)<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Tie the legs together:<\/strong> I use a simple piece of kitchen twine to tie the ends of the drumsticks together. Keeping the bird compact helps the whole thing cook at an even rate and stops the breast meat from drying out.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Invest in a meat thermometer:<\/strong> Ovens run at different temperatures and chickens vary in size, so guessing the time is a huge risk. I always rely on a digital meat thermometer inserted into the thickest part of the thigh to know exactly when to pull the pan out.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Choose the right pan:<\/strong> I recommend using a roasting pan or a large cast iron skillet with low sides. If the sides of your pan are too high, they trap steam around the meat, which prevents the outside from getting that great crunch you want.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Do not skip the resting time:<\/strong> I know it is tempting to slice right into it, but I always force myself to wait 10 to 15 minutes. Letting the meat rest on a cutting board gives the juices time to redistribute, so they stay inside the chicken instead of running all over your table.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h2 id=\"h-what-to-serve-with-roast-chicken\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">What to Serve With Roast Chicken<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This roast chicken has a satisfying crunch to the skin and so much flavor in the meat, making it the exact kind of dinner that begs for potatoes. I usually serve it with my <a href=\"https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/crispy-garlic-roasted-potatoes\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">garlic roasted potatoes<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/crispy-garlic-baked-potato-wedges\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">baked potato wedges<\/a>, or a simple batch of <a href=\"https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/garlic-parmesan-browned-butter-mashed-potatoes\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">mashed potatoes with butter and parmesan<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you want something bright and green on the table, <a href=\"https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/honey-garlic-butter-roasted-carrots\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">honey garlic butter roasted carrots<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/cheesy-garlic-roasted-asparagus\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">grilled asparagus<\/a>, or <a href=\"https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/sauteed-green-bean-recipe\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">green beans<\/a> all work very well with the pan drippings. For a different pairing entirely, try <a href=\"https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/caprese-stuffed-garlic-butter-portobellos\/\">savory garlic butter caprese mushrooms<\/a> or a bowl of <a type=\"link\" href=\"https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/thick-creamy-pumpkin-soup\/\" id=\"https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/thick-creamy-pumpkin-soup\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">pumpkin soup<\/a>. Also, since the chicken needs time to rest before you carve it, I often set out my <a href=\"https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/buffalo-chicken-deviled-eggs\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">buffalo deviled eggs<\/a> as a starter. They are spicy, bite-sized, and usually disappear fast.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If I have leftover shredded chicken sitting in the fridge, my absolute favorite way to use it up is tossing it into a fast <a href=\"https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/chicken-tortilla-soup\/\">mexican tomato soup<\/a> for lunch.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\" id=\"h-recipe-faq-s\">Recipe FAQ&#8217;s<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"schema-faq wp-block-yoast-faq-block\"><div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1738720132048\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">Do You Cover A Whole Chicken When Roasting?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">I always roast my chicken uncovered. Leaving it uncovered exposes the outside to the direct heat of the oven, which is exactly what you need to get that satisfying crunch. If you notice the top browning too fast before the meat is fully cooked, you can loosely place a piece of foil over the breast to protect it.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1738720346609\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">Should You Wash Chicken Before Cooking?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">I never wash raw chicken. Rinsing it in the sink actually splatters bacteria all over your kitchen counters. The heat of the oven takes care of any bacteria during the roasting process. All you need to do is use paper towels to pat the outside completely dry before you rub in your butter.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1738720399650\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">Do You Roast A Chicken Breast Side Up Or Down?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">I always roast the bird breast side up. This keeps the presentation looking great and allows the skin on top to get a great crunch. Some people like to start it breast side down to keep the white meat moist, but flipping a hot bird halfway through usually makes a huge mess. Pushing the butter under the skin does plenty to keep the breast meat juicy.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1779778785367\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">Why Do You Need To Let Chicken Rest?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Letting the meat sit after cooking is a strict rule in my kitchen. When you pull the pan out of the oven, the juices are pushed all the way to the outside edges of the bird. If you slice into it right away, all that liquid runs out onto your cutting board. Giving it 15 minutes at room temperature allows those juices to settle back into the meat.<\/p> <\/div> <\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1600\" src=\"https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/rsz_garlic-herb-butter-roast-chicken-1-1.jpg\" alt=\"An image of golden garlic herb butter chicken just taken out of the oven and ready to be served.\" class=\"wp-image-135668\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/rsz_garlic-herb-butter-roast-chicken-1-1.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/rsz_garlic-herb-butter-roast-chicken-1-1-225x300.jpg 225w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/rsz_garlic-herb-butter-roast-chicken-1-1-768x1024.jpg 768w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/rsz_garlic-herb-butter-roast-chicken-1-1-113x150.jpg 113w, 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Nothing beats an easy to make and even easier to prepare roast chook! Especially when roasted with garlic butter, rosemary, parsley, lemon, and a hint of white wine. 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by 2x\">2x<\/button><button class=\"wprm-recipe-adjustable-servings wprm-toggle\" data-multiplier=\"3\" data-servings=\"4\" data-recipe=\"47211\" aria-label=\"Adjust servings by 3x\">3x<\/button><\/div><\/h3><div class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-group\"><ul class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredients\"><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\" data-uid=\"0\"><span class=\"wprm-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"wprm-checkbox-0\" class=\"wprm-checkbox\" aria-label=\"&nbsp;4&#032;pound&#032;whole chicken&#032;at room temperature giblets and neck removed from cavity\"><label for=\"wprm-checkbox-0\" class=\"wprm-checkbox-label\"><span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\" data-nosnippet>&#x25a2; <\/span><\/label><\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">4<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">pound<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">whole chicken<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes-faded\">at room temperature giblets and neck removed from cavity<\/span><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\" data-uid=\"1\"><span class=\"wprm-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"wprm-checkbox-1\" class=\"wprm-checkbox\" aria-label=\"&nbsp;1\/4&#032;cup&#032;unsalted butter&#032;melted\"><label for=\"wprm-checkbox-1\" class=\"wprm-checkbox-label\"><span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\" data-nosnippet>&#x25a2; <\/span><\/label><\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">1\/4<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">cup<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">unsalted butter<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes-faded\">melted<\/span><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\" data-uid=\"2\"><span class=\"wprm-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"wprm-checkbox-2\" class=\"wprm-checkbox\" aria-label=\"&nbsp;3&#032;tablespoons&#032;olive oil\"><label for=\"wprm-checkbox-2\" class=\"wprm-checkbox-label\"><span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\" data-nosnippet>&#x25a2; <\/span><\/label><\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">3<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">tablespoons<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">olive oil<\/span><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\" data-uid=\"3\"><span class=\"wprm-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"wprm-checkbox-3\" class=\"wprm-checkbox\" aria-label=\"&nbsp;1\/4&#032;cup&#032;white wine&#032;optional - use a dry wine like a Sauv blanc or Chardonnay\"><label for=\"wprm-checkbox-3\" class=\"wprm-checkbox-label\"><span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\" data-nosnippet>&#x25a2; <\/span><\/label><\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">1\/4<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">cup<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">white wine<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes-faded\">optional &#8211; use a dry wine like a Sauv blanc or Chardonnay<\/span><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\" data-uid=\"4\"><span class=\"wprm-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"wprm-checkbox-4\" class=\"wprm-checkbox\" aria-label=\"&nbsp;1&#032;lemon&#032;halved\"><label for=\"wprm-checkbox-4\" class=\"wprm-checkbox-label\"><span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\" data-nosnippet>&#x25a2; <\/span><\/label><\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">1<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">lemon<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes-faded\">halved<\/span><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\" data-uid=\"5\"><span class=\"wprm-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"wprm-checkbox-5\" class=\"wprm-checkbox\" aria-label=\"&nbsp;1&#032;pinch&#032;salt&#032;to taste\"><label for=\"wprm-checkbox-5\" class=\"wprm-checkbox-label\"><span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\" data-nosnippet>&#x25a2; <\/span><\/label><\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">1<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">pinch<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">salt<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes-faded\">to taste<\/span><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\" data-uid=\"10\"><span class=\"wprm-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"wprm-checkbox-6\" class=\"wprm-checkbox\" aria-label=\"&nbsp;1&#032;pinch&#032;pepper&#032;to taste\"><label for=\"wprm-checkbox-6\" class=\"wprm-checkbox-label\"><span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\" data-nosnippet>&#x25a2; <\/span><\/label><\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">1<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">pinch<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">pepper<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes-faded\">to taste<\/span><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\" data-uid=\"6\"><span class=\"wprm-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"wprm-checkbox-7\" class=\"wprm-checkbox\" aria-label=\"&nbsp;2&#032;tablespoons&#032;fresh parsley&#032;chopped\"><label for=\"wprm-checkbox-7\" class=\"wprm-checkbox-label\"><span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\" data-nosnippet>&#x25a2; <\/span><\/label><\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">2<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">tablespoons<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">fresh parsley<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes-faded\">chopped<\/span><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\" data-uid=\"7\"><span class=\"wprm-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"wprm-checkbox-8\" class=\"wprm-checkbox\" aria-label=\"&nbsp;4&#032;cloves&#032;garlic&#032;minced\"><label for=\"wprm-checkbox-8\" class=\"wprm-checkbox-label\"><span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\" data-nosnippet>&#x25a2; <\/span><\/label><\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">4<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">cloves<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">garlic<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes-faded\">minced<\/span><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\" data-uid=\"8\"><span class=\"wprm-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"wprm-checkbox-9\" class=\"wprm-checkbox\" aria-label=\"&nbsp;1&#032;head&#032;garlic&#032;head of garlic roughly peeled and cut in half horizontally through the middle, crosswise\"><label for=\"wprm-checkbox-9\" class=\"wprm-checkbox-label\"><span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\" data-nosnippet>&#x25a2; <\/span><\/label><\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">1<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">head<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">garlic<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes-faded\">head of garlic roughly peeled and cut in half horizontally through the middle, crosswise<\/span><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\" data-uid=\"9\"><span class=\"wprm-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"wprm-checkbox-10\" class=\"wprm-checkbox\" aria-label=\"&nbsp;3&#032;fresh rosemary&#032;whole sprigs\"><label for=\"wprm-checkbox-10\" class=\"wprm-checkbox-label\"><span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\" data-nosnippet>&#x25a2; <\/span><\/label><\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">3<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">fresh rosemary<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes-faded\">whole sprigs<\/span><\/li><\/ul><\/div><div class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-group\"><h4 class=\"wprm-recipe-group-name wprm-recipe-ingredient-group-name wprm-block-text-bold\">Optional Homemade Gravy<\/h4><ul class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredients\"><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\" data-uid=\"12\"><span class=\"wprm-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"wprm-checkbox-11\" class=\"wprm-checkbox\" aria-label=\"&nbsp;2&#032;tbsp&#032;chicken fat&#032;scooped from the pan drippings\"><label for=\"wprm-checkbox-11\" class=\"wprm-checkbox-label\"><span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\" data-nosnippet>&#x25a2; <\/span><\/label><\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">2<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">tbsp<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">chicken fat<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes-faded\">scooped from the pan drippings<\/span><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\" data-uid=\"13\"><span class=\"wprm-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"wprm-checkbox-12\" class=\"wprm-checkbox\" aria-label=\"&nbsp;2&#032;tbsp&#032;all-purpose flour\"><label for=\"wprm-checkbox-12\" class=\"wprm-checkbox-label\"><span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\" data-nosnippet>&#x25a2; <\/span><\/label><\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">2<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">tbsp<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">all-purpose flour<\/span><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\" data-uid=\"14\"><span class=\"wprm-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"wprm-checkbox-13\" class=\"wprm-checkbox\" aria-label=\"&nbsp;1&#032;cup&#032;low-sodium chicken broth\"><label for=\"wprm-checkbox-13\" class=\"wprm-checkbox-label\"><span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\" data-nosnippet>&#x25a2; <\/span><\/label><\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">1<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">cup<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">low-sodium chicken broth<\/span><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\" data-uid=\"15\"><span class=\"wprm-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"wprm-checkbox-14\" class=\"wprm-checkbox\" aria-label=\"&nbsp;Remaining pan juices&#032;from the roasting pan\"><label for=\"wprm-checkbox-14\" class=\"wprm-checkbox-label\"><span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\" data-nosnippet>&#x25a2; <\/span><\/label><\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">Remaining pan juices<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes-faded\">from the roasting pan<\/span><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\" data-uid=\"16\"><span class=\"wprm-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"wprm-checkbox-15\" class=\"wprm-checkbox\" aria-label=\"&nbsp;Salt and freshly cracked black pepper&#032;to taste\"><label for=\"wprm-checkbox-15\" class=\"wprm-checkbox-label\"><span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\" data-nosnippet>&#x25a2; 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class=\"nc-icon-wrapper\" stroke-linecap=\"square\" stroke-linejoin=\"miter\" stroke-width=\"1\" transform=\"translate(0.5 0.5)\" fill=\"var(--wp--preset--color--primary)\" stroke=\"var(--wp--preset--color--primary)\"><circle data-color=\"color-2\" cx=\"12\" cy=\"12\" r=\"4\" fill=\"none\" stroke-miterlimit=\"10\"\/><path d=\"M22,8v9a2,2,0,0,1-2,2H10\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"var(--wp--preset--color--primary)\" stroke-miterlimit=\"10\"\/><path data-cap=\"butt\" d=\"M2,17V8A2,2,0,0,1,4,6H7L9,3h6l2.4,3.6\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"var(--wp--preset--color--primary)\" stroke-miterlimit=\"10\" stroke-linecap=\"butt\"\/><line data-cap=\"butt\" data-color=\"color-2\" x1=\"23\" y1=\"1\" x2=\"1\" y2=\"23\" fill=\"none\" stroke-miterlimit=\"10\" stroke-linecap=\"butt\"\/><\/g><\/svg><\/span><\/button><\/div><\/h3><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-group\"><ul class=\"wprm-recipe-instructions\"><li id=\"wprm-recipe-47211-step-0-0\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\"><span style=\"display: block;\">Preheat oven to 430\u00b0F | 220\u00b0C (400\u00b0F or 200\u00b0C fan forced). Line a baking tray with foil, or lightly grease a roasting pan.<\/span><\/div><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-media wprm-recipe-instruction-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" src=\"https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/Step-1-Preheating-300x200.jpg\" class=\"attachment-medium size-medium\" alt=\"Oven being preheat\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/Step-1-Preheating-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/Step-1-Preheating-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/Step-1-Preheating-150x100.jpg 150w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/Step-1-Preheating-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/Step-1-Preheating-400x267.jpg 400w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/Step-1-Preheating.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/div> <\/li><li id=\"wprm-recipe-47211-step-0-1\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\"><span style=\"display: block;\">Discard neck from inside the cavity and remove any excess fat and leftover feathers. Pat dry with paper towels.<\/span><\/div><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-media wprm-recipe-instruction-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" src=\"https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/Step-2-Discard-neck-300x200.jpg\" class=\"attachment-medium size-medium\" alt=\"chicken in the baking pan\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/Step-2-Discard-neck-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/Step-2-Discard-neck-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/Step-2-Discard-neck-150x100.jpg 150w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/Step-2-Discard-neck-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/Step-2-Discard-neck-400x267.jpg 400w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/Step-2-Discard-neck.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/div> <\/li><li id=\"wprm-recipe-47211-step-0-2\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\"><span style=\"display: block;\">Pour the olive oil, melted butter, wine (if using) and the juice of half a lemon over the chicken, under the skin and inside the cavity. Season chicken liberally on the outside and inside the cavity with salt and pepper. Sprinkle over the parsley.<\/span><\/div><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-media wprm-recipe-instruction-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" src=\"https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/Step-3-Pour-all-ingredients-300x200.jpg\" class=\"attachment-medium size-medium\" alt=\"Chicken with all the Ingredients\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/Step-3-Pour-all-ingredients-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/Step-3-Pour-all-ingredients-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/Step-3-Pour-all-ingredients-150x100.jpg 150w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/Step-3-Pour-all-ingredients-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/Step-3-Pour-all-ingredients-400x267.jpg 400w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/Step-3-Pour-all-ingredients.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/div> <\/li><li id=\"wprm-recipe-47211-step-0-3\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\">Rub the minced garlic over the chicken, mixing all ingredients together over the chicken and under the skin.<\/div><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-media wprm-recipe-instruction-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" src=\"https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/Step-4-Rub-300x200.jpg\" class=\"attachment-medium size-medium\" alt=\"Rubbing ingredients in the chicken\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/Step-4-Rub-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/Step-4-Rub-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/Step-4-Rub-150x100.jpg 150w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/Step-4-Rub-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/Step-4-Rub-400x267.jpg 400w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/Step-4-Rub.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/div> <\/li><li id=\"wprm-recipe-47211-step-0-4\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\"><span style=\"display: block;\">Stuff the garlic head into the chicken cavity along with the rosemary sprigs and the squeezed lemon halve. Tie legs together with kitchen string.<\/span><\/div><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-media wprm-recipe-instruction-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" src=\"https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/Step-5-Stuff-the-garlic-head-into-the-chicken-cavity-300x200.jpg\" class=\"attachment-medium size-medium\" alt=\"stuff the chicken\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/Step-5-Stuff-the-garlic-head-into-the-chicken-cavity-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/Step-5-Stuff-the-garlic-head-into-the-chicken-cavity-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/Step-5-Stuff-the-garlic-head-into-the-chicken-cavity-150x100.jpg 150w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/Step-5-Stuff-the-garlic-head-into-the-chicken-cavity-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/Step-5-Stuff-the-garlic-head-into-the-chicken-cavity-400x267.jpg 400w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/Step-5-Stuff-the-garlic-head-into-the-chicken-cavity.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/div> <\/li><li id=\"wprm-recipe-47211-step-0-5\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\"><span style=\"display: block;\">Place breast-side up into baking tray or roasting pan. Roast for 1 hour and 15-20 minutes, basting half way through cooking time, until juices run clear when chicken thigh is pierced with a skewer.&nbsp;<\/span><\/div><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-media wprm-recipe-instruction-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" src=\"https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/Step-6-Roast-for-1hour-300x200.jpg\" class=\"attachment-medium size-medium\" alt=\"putting the chicken in the oven\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/Step-6-Roast-for-1hour-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/Step-6-Roast-for-1hour-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/Step-6-Roast-for-1hour-150x100.jpg 150w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/Step-6-Roast-for-1hour-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/Step-6-Roast-for-1hour-400x267.jpg 400w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/Step-6-Roast-for-1hour.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/div> <\/li><li id=\"wprm-recipe-47211-step-0-6\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\"><span style=\"display: block;\">Baste again, then broil for a further 2-3 minutes, until golden.<\/span><\/div><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-media wprm-recipe-instruction-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" src=\"https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/Step-7-Baste-again-300x200.jpg\" class=\"attachment-medium size-medium\" alt=\"basting the chicken\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/Step-7-Baste-again-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/Step-7-Baste-again-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/Step-7-Baste-again-150x100.jpg 150w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/Step-7-Baste-again-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/Step-7-Baste-again-400x267.jpg 400w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/Step-7-Baste-again.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/div> <\/li><li id=\"wprm-recipe-47211-step-0-7\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\"><span style=\"display: block;\">Remove from the oven, cover with foil and allow to stand for 10 minutes before serving. Serve, drizzled with pan juices and remaining lemon half cut into wedges or slices.<\/span><\/div><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-media wprm-recipe-instruction-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" src=\"https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/Step-8-300x200.jpg\" class=\"attachment-medium size-medium\" alt=\"finished roasted chicken\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/Step-8-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/Step-8-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/Step-8-150x100.jpg 150w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/Step-8-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/Step-8-400x267.jpg 400w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/Step-8.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/div> <\/li><\/ul><\/div><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-group\"><h4 class=\"wprm-recipe-group-name wprm-recipe-instruction-group-name wprm-block-text-none\">Optional Gravy:<\/h4><ul class=\"wprm-recipe-instructions\"><li id=\"wprm-recipe-47211-step-1-0\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\"><span style=\"display: block;\">Carefully pour all the liquid and juices from the roasting pan into a heatproof jug or fat separator. Let it sit for a minute so the fat rises to the top.<\/span><\/div><\/li><li id=\"wprm-recipe-47211-step-1-1\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\"><span style=\"display: block;\">Scoop exactly 2 tablespoons of the clear fat from the top of the jug and place it into a small saucepan over medium heat. Whisk in the all-purpose flour and cook for 1 minute until it forms a smooth paste.<\/span><\/div><\/li><li id=\"wprm-recipe-47211-step-1-2\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\"><span style=\"display: block;\">Slowly pour in the chicken broth while whisking continuously to prevent lumps. Add in the rest of the dark pan juices left in your jug.<\/span><\/div><\/li><li id=\"wprm-recipe-47211-step-1-3\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\"><span style=\"display: block;\">Let the gravy simmer for 2 to 3 minutes, stirring often, until it thickens enough to coat the back of a spoon. Taste and add salt and pepper if needed. Serve hot over the sliced chicken!<\/span><\/div><\/li><span id=\"wprm-recipe-47211-tip-1-4\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction wprm-recipe-instruction-tip wprm-recipe-tip wprm-recipe-tip-style-left-border-straight wprm-recipe-instruction-tip-style-left-border-straight\" style=\"--wprm-tip-accent: #f02c2c;--wprm-tip-text-color: #000000;\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-icon wprm-recipe-tip-icon wprm-recipe-instruction-tip-icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"16\" height=\"16\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\"><g class=\"nc-icon-wrapper\" fill=\"#f02c2c\"><path d=\"m12,1C5.935,1,1,5.935,1,12s4.935,11,11,11,11-4.935,11-11S18.065,1,12,1Zm1,17h-2v-6h-2v-2h2.5c.827,0,1.5.673,1.5,1.5v6.5Zm-1-9.5c-.689,0-1.25-.561-1.25-1.25s.561-1.25,1.25-1.25,1.25.561,1.25,1.25-.561,1.25-1.25,1.25Z\" stroke-width=\"0\" fill=\"#f02c2c\"><\/path><\/g><\/svg><\/span><div class=\"wprm-recipe-tip-text wprm-recipe-instruction-tip-text\"><span style=\"display: block\"><strong>Gravy Fix:<\/strong> If you don&#039;t have enough fat from the chicken drippings to make 2 tablespoons, just make up the difference with a little melted butter. If your gravy gets too thick, whisk in a splash more broth or water until it reaches your desired consistency.<\/span><\/div><\/span><\/ul><\/div><\/div>\n\t<div id=\"recipe-video\"><\/div><div id=\"wprm-recipe-video-container-47211\" class=\"wprm-recipe-video-container\"><h3 class=\"wprm-recipe-header wprm-recipe-video-header wprm-block-text-none wprm-align-left wprm-header-decoration-none\" style=\"\">Video<\/h3><div class=\"wprm-recipe-video\"><iframe title=\"The Perfect Roast Chicken | Juicy Every Time\" width=\"800\" height=\"450\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/vQNGpbm3TsY?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/div><\/div>\n\t<div id=\"recipe-47211-notes\" class=\"wprm-recipe-notes-container wprm-block-text-normal\"><h3 class=\"wprm-recipe-header wprm-recipe-notes-header wprm-block-text-none wprm-align-left wprm-header-decoration-none\" style=\"\">Notes<\/h3><div class=\"wprm-recipe-notes\"><h3 data-path-to-node=\"0\">Storage, Leftovers &amp; Homemade Bone Broth<\/h3>\n<span data-path-to-node=\"5\" style=\"display: block;\">If I have leftovers, I always take the meat off the bone before storing it. It is incredibly useful to have on hand for quick lunches, sandwiches, or salads the next day.<\/span><div class=\"wprm-spacer\"><\/div>\n<ul data-path-to-node=\"6\">\n<li>\n<span data-path-to-node=\"6,0,0\" style=\"display: block;\"><b data-path-to-node=\"6,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\">How to Store:<\/b> I keep the chicken in an airtight container in the fridge for up to four days.<\/span><div class=\"wprm-spacer\"><\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<span data-path-to-node=\"6,1,0\" style=\"display: block;\"><b data-path-to-node=\"6,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\">How to Freeze:<\/b> If you want to keep it longer, this meat freezes very well. I place the shredded or sliced chicken in a freezer-safe bag, press out all the air, and store it in the freezer for up to three months. Just let it thaw in the fridge overnight before you use it.<\/span><div class=\"wprm-spacer\"><\/div>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<span data-path-to-node=\"7\" style=\"display: block;\"><b data-path-to-node=\"7\" data-index-in-node=\"0\">How to Reheat (Without Drying it Out)<\/b> Reheating chicken can easily dry it out, so I recommend doing it gently. Here is how I handle leftovers:<\/span><div class=\"wprm-spacer\"><\/div>\n<ul data-path-to-node=\"8\">\n<li>\n<span data-path-to-node=\"8,0,0\" style=\"display: block;\"><b data-path-to-node=\"8,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\">In the oven:<\/b> Place the chicken in a baking dish, add a splash of chicken broth or leftover pan juices to the bottom, cover it tightly with foil, and warm it at 325\u00b0F (160\u00b0C) until heated through.<\/span><div class=\"wprm-spacer\"><\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<span data-path-to-node=\"8,1,0\" style=\"display: block;\"><b data-path-to-node=\"8,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\">On the stove:<\/b> Toss the meat in a skillet over medium-low heat with a little olive oil just until warm.<\/span><div class=\"wprm-spacer\"><\/div>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<span data-path-to-node=\"9\" style=\"display: block;\"><b data-path-to-node=\"9\" data-index-in-node=\"0\">Make-Ahead Prep<\/b> If you want to get a head start on dinner, you can absolutely do some make-ahead prep. I often mix the garlic herb butter a few days in advance and keep it in the fridge. You can even rub the entire raw chicken with the butter mixture the morning of, cover it, and leave it in the fridge until roasting time. Just remember to let the prepped bird sit on the counter for about 30 minutes before it goes into the oven to take the chill off the meat.<\/span><div class=\"wprm-spacer\"><\/div>\n<span data-path-to-node=\"10\" style=\"display: block;\">Happy cooking! Xx<\/span><div class=\"wprm-spacer\"><\/div>\n<span data-path-to-node=\"11\" style=\"display: block;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-tip-shortcode wprm-recipe-tip wprm-recipe-tip-style-left-border-straight wprm-recipe-instruction-tip-style-left-border-straight\" style=\"--wprm-tip-accent: #f02c2c;--wprm-tip-text-color: #000000;\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-icon wprm-recipe-tip-icon wprm-recipe-instruction-tip-icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox=\"0 0 46 49\" fill=\"none\"><g fill=\"#f02c2c\" clip-path=\"url(#a)\"><path d=\"M0 24.617c0 13.233 10.766 24 24 24l.002.001c8.65 0 16.526-4.59 20.81-12.05l-2.764-1.422C38.296 41.572 31.478 45.521 24 45.521c-11.526 0-20.904-9.378-20.904-20.904C3.096 13.09 12.474 3.713 24 3.713c7.634 0 14.522 4.067 18.23 10.688l2.788-1.373C40.786 5.345 32.832.617 24 .617c-13.234 0-24 10.766-24 24Z\"\/><path fill-rule=\"evenodd\" d=\"M19.733 11.126v26.982h4.232c7.438 0 13.491-6.053 13.491-13.491 0-7.439-6.053-13.492-13.491-13.492h-4.232Zm4.23 23.788h-1.105V14.318h1.105c5.679 0 10.298 4.62 10.298 10.299 0 5.678-4.62 10.297-10.298 10.297Z\" clip-rule=\"evenodd\"\/><\/g><defs><clipPath id=\"a\"><path fill=\"#f02c2c\" d=\"M0 .617h45.018v48H0z\"\/><\/clipPath><\/defs><\/svg><\/span><div class=\"wprm-recipe-tip-text wprm-recipe-instruction-tip-text\"><b data-path-to-node=\"11\" data-index-in-node=\"43\">Zero-Waste Bone Broth:<\/b> Do not throw away the bones! I always save the leftover carcass to make a rich homemade chicken stock. Even if you do not have time to make it right away, you can toss the bones in a zip-top bag and keep them in the freezer until you are ready to boil them down with some onions, carrots, and celery.<\/div><\/div><\/span><\/div><\/div>\n\t<div class=\"cwp-food-nutrition\">\n\t\t<div id=\"recipe-47211-nutrition\" class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-shortcode-container\"><h3 class=\"wprm-recipe-header wprm-recipe-nutrition-header wprm-block-text-none wprm-align-left wprm-header-decoration-none\" style=\"\">Nutrition<\/h3><div class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-container wprm-nutrition-label-container-simple wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"text-align: left;\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-calories\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Calories: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">693<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">kcal<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\"> | <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-carbohydrates\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Carbohydrates: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">4<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\"> | <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-protein\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Protein: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">41<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\"> | <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-fat\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Fat: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">55<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\"> | <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-saturated_fat\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Saturated Fat: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">18<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\"> | <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-polyunsaturated_fat\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Polyunsaturated Fat: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">9<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\"> | <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-monounsaturated_fat\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Monounsaturated Fat: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">24<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\"> | <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-trans_fat\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Trans Fat: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">1<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\"> | <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-cholesterol\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Cholesterol: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">194<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">mg<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\"> | <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-sodium\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Sodium: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">194<\/span><span 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var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Vitamin A: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">852<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">IU<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\"> | <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-vitamin_c\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Vitamin C: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">12<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">mg<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\"> | <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-calcium\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Calcium: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">53<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">mg<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\"> | <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-iron\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Iron: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">2<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">mg<\/span><\/span><\/div><\/div>\n\t\t<p class=\"has-tiny-font-size\">Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an 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