Description
Classic Roast Chicken and Gravy is a timeless dish that brings warmth and joy to any gathering. With its crispy skin, juicy meat, and rich, savory gravy, this recipe is perfect for family dinners or special occasions. Imagine the delightful aroma filling your home as you serve up this culinary masterpiece that guarantees satisfaction with every bite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 whole chicken (4–5 pounds)
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tsp salt
- 1 tsp black pepper
- 4 sprigs fresh thyme
- 4 sprigs fresh rosemary
- 1 lemon, halved
- 1 head garlic, halved
- 2 cups chicken broth (homemade or low-sodium)
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1 tbsp soy sauce
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Pat the chicken dry with paper towels. Rub olive oil all over the chicken.
- Season generously with salt and pepper inside and out. Stuff the cavity with lemon halves, garlic, thyme, and rosemary.
- Place the chicken breast-side up in a roasting pan and roast for about 1 hour and 15 minutes until juices run clear.
- For the gravy, remove drippings from the pan into a saucepan over medium heat. Whisk in flour until smooth; gradually add broth until thickened (about 5 minutes). Stir in soy sauce before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 75 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 120mg