Homemade Rotisserie Chicken
Indulge in the comforting flavor of homemade rotisserie chicken, a dish that brings warmth and happiness to any dinner table. With succulent meat and crispy skin, this easy-to-follow recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings. Customize the seasoning to suit your taste, and enjoy impressing friends and family with minimal effort. Once you serve this delicious rotisserie chicken, it will become a staple in your home.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 75 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 6 people 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 whole chicken (3–4 lbs)
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tsp garlic powder
- 2 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tsp black pepper
- Juice of 1 lemon
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Rinse the chicken under cold water and pat dry with paper towels.
- Rub olive oil all over the chicken, ensuring even coverage. Season generously with garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Squeeze lemon juice over the chicken and place lemon halves inside the cavity.
- Roast in a roasting pan breast side up for about 1 hour and 15 minutes or until an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C) is reached.
- Let rest for 10 minutes before carving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 oz (113g)
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 0 g
- Sodium: 650 mg
- Fat: 14 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 0 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 26 g
- Cholesterol: 90 mg