Best 4 6 Lb Oven Roasted Chicken Recipes
Indulge in the sumptuous flavors of a perfectly roasted chicken with our collection of tantalizing recipes. Discover the art of creating a succulent and golden-brown chicken that will leave your taste buds dancing. From classic whole chicken to juicy boneless breasts and flavorful thighs, we have a recipe for every occasion and preference. Prepare to embark on a culinary journey that will elevate your love for roasted chicken to new heights.
Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!
SIMPLE WHOLE ROASTED CHICKEN WITH LEMON
You can roast a chicken at almost any temperature. It all depends on what you are looking for. For extremely tender, fall off the bone meat and soft skin, roast between 300 and 350 degrees. For firmer meat and crisp skin, roast the chicken around 425 degrees F. In our recipe below, we roast a 5 to 6 pound chicken at 425 degrees for about 1 1/2 hours. If you have the time, refrigerate the seasoned chicken, uncovered, for an hour, or overnight. This is basically dry brining which will help the skin become extra crisp and the meat extra juicy.
Provided by Adam and Joanne Gallagher
Categories Dinner, Main
Time 1h45m
Yield Makes approximately 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Generously season the chicken inside and out with salt and pepper. If you have time, refrigerate the chicken, uncovered, for an hour, or overnight.
- Heat oven to 425 degrees F. Scatter onions in the bottom of a roasting pan and cover them with the stock (or water). Place chicken breast-side up on top of the onions. Stuff the cavity with halved garlic, lemon wedges, and herbs. Use kitchen twine to tie the legs together. (If you don't have twine, leave the legs as they are.)
- Roast the chicken for 1 hour, then spoon pan juices over the chicken several times and cook another 20 to 30 minutes longer. You will know the chicken is done when an internal thermometer inserted into the thickest part of the thigh reads 165 degrees F or when the chicken juices run clear when when you cut between a leg and a thigh. Depending on the size of your chicken, the total roasting time may vary.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 336, Protein 46 g, Carbohydrate 5 g, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 1 g, Fat 14 g, SaturatedFat 4 g, Cholesterol 170 mg
JUICY ROASTED CHICKEN
My grandmother's recipe for roasted chicken. We are German and she used to do it this way all the time. I never have had a chicken this juicy before; this little trick works and makes the people eating it go silent. It's funny. We nibble on the celery after.
Provided by ROBINROCKINGBIRD
Categories World Cuisine Recipes European German
Time 1h40m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
- Place chicken in a roasting pan, and season generously inside and out with salt and pepper. Sprinkle inside and out with onion powder. Place 3 tablespoons margarine in the chicken cavity. Arrange dollops of the remaining margarine around the chicken's exterior. Cut the celery into 3 or 4 pieces, and place in the chicken cavity.
- Bake uncovered 1 hour and 15 minutes in the preheated oven, to a minimum internal temperature of 180 degrees F (82 degrees C). Remove from heat, and baste with melted margarine and drippings. Cover with aluminum foil, and allow to rest about 30 minutes before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 423.1 calories, Carbohydrate 1.2 g, Cholesterol 97 mg, Fat 32.1 g, Fiber 0.2 g, Protein 30.9 g, SaturatedFat 7.4 g, Sodium 661.9 mg, Sugar 0.7 g
PERFECT ROAST CHICKEN
Want a roasted chicken that is juicy inside without the use of a baking bag or flour? Then this recipe is perfect. It is quick and easy to prepare. The picture shown does display a chicken that was cooked in a bag, but the chicken was also roasted with vegetables and needed the bag to immerse the vegetables in the chicken flavor. I still guarantee a juicy chicken without the use of a bag each and every time.
Provided by jenmat
Categories Meat and Poultry Recipes Chicken Whole Chicken Recipes
Time 2h15m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
- Rinse and pat chicken thoroughly dry with paper towels. Mix margarine, garlic salt, black pepper, thyme, parsley, and rosemary in a bowl and rub the outside of the chicken thoroughly with the margarine mixture. Place any remaining margarine mixture into the cavity of the chicken. Place chicken into a glass baking dish.
- Bake chicken in the preheated oven until browned and the juices run clear, about 2 hours. An instant-read meat thermometer inserted into the thickest part of a thigh, not touching bone, should read at least 160 degrees F (70 degrees C).
Nutrition Facts : Calories 650.4 calories, Carbohydrate 1.2 g, Cholesterol 129.3 mg, Fat 52.8 g, Fiber 0.3 g, Protein 41.3 g, SaturatedFat 11.6 g, Sodium 1381.5 mg, Sugar 0.3 g
PERFECT ROAST CHICKEN
The almost universal appeal of roasted chicken stems from its power to comfort. The ideal roasted chicken recipe will leave your chicken golden brown and gleaming, tender, and juicy. The crackle of chicken as it roasts and the wondrous aroma that perfumes the kitchen provoke a feeling of satisfaction and fulfillment.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Ingredients Meat & Poultry Chicken
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Let chicken and 1 tablespoon butter stand at room temperature for 30 minutes. Preheat oven to 425 degrees. Remove and discard the plastic pop-up timer from chicken if there is one. Remove the giblets and excess fat from the chicken cavity. Rinse chicken inside and out under cold running water. Dry chicken thoroughly with paper towels. Tuck the wing tips under the body. Sprinkle the cavity of the chicken liberally with salt and pepper, and set aside.
- In the center of a heavy-duty roasting pan, place onion slices in two rows, touching. Place the palm of your hand on top of lemon and, pressing down, roll lemon back and forth several times. This softens the lemon and allows the juice to flow more freely. Pierce entire surface of lemon with a fork. Using the side of a large knife, gently press on garlic cloves to open slightly. Insert garlic cloves, thyme sprigs, and lemon into cavity. Place chicken in pan, on onion slices. Cut about 18 inches of kitchen twine, bring chicken legs forward, cross them, and tie together.
- Spread the softened butter over entire surface of chicken, and sprinkle liberally with salt and pepper. Place in the oven, and roast until skin is deep golden brown and crisp and the juices run clear when pierced, about 1 1/2 hours. When chicken seems done, insert an instant-read thermometer into the breast, then the thigh. The breast temperature should read 180 degrees and the thigh 190 degrees.
- Remove chicken from oven, and transfer to a cutting board with a well. Let chicken stand 10 to 15 minutes so the juices settle. Meanwhile, pour the pan drippings into a shallow bowl or fat separator, and leave onions in the pan. Leave any brown baked-on bits in the bottom of the roasting pan, and remove and discard any blackened bits. Using a large spoon or fat separator, skim off and discard as much fat as possible. Pour the remaining drippings and the juices that have collected under the resting chicken back into the roasting pan. Place on the stove over medium-high heat to cook, about 1 minute. Add chicken stock, raise heat to high, and, using a wooden spoon, stir up and combine the brown bits with the stock until the liquid is reduced by half, about 4 minutes. Strain the gravy into a small bowl, pressing on onions to extract any liquid. Discard onions, and stir in the remaining tablespoon of cold butter until melted and incorporated. Untie the legs, and remove and discard garlic, thyme, and lemon. Carve, and serve gravy on the side.
Tips:
- Brine the chicken: Brining the chicken in a salt water solution helps to keep it moist and flavorful. You can brine the chicken for up to 24 hours, but even a few hours will make a difference.
- Pat the chicken dry: Before roasting the chicken, pat it dry with paper towels. This will help the skin to crisp up.
- Season the chicken generously: Season the chicken inside and out with salt, pepper, and your favorite herbs and spices. You can also add a compound butter or olive oil mixture under the skin for extra flavor.
- Roast the chicken at a high temperature: Roasting the chicken at a high temperature will help to create a crispy skin and juicy meat. Aim for a temperature of 425 degrees Fahrenheit (220 degrees Celsius).
- Let the chicken rest before carving: After roasting the chicken, let it rest for 10-15 minutes before carving. This will help the juices to redistribute throughout the chicken, making it more tender and flavorful.
Conclusion:
Roasting a 6-pound chicken in the oven is a simple and delicious way to feed a crowd. By following these tips, you can ensure that your chicken is cooked perfectly and is bursting with flavor. Serve the chicken with your favorite sides, such as mashed potatoes, roasted vegetables, or a salad, and enjoy!
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