Dutch Oven Whole Roast Chicken

A delicious and tender whole roast chicken cooked in a Dutch oven, resulting in a golden brown, crispy skin.

By @cookingformysoul

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Dutch Oven Whole Roast Chicken

Cook time: 90 minutes

Servings: 4

Ingredients

  • 1 (amount not specified) whole chicken
  • 0 salt
  • 0 black pepper
  • 0 oil

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Prepare the chicken by patting it dry with paper towels.
  3. Season the chicken generously with salt and pepper.
  4. Heat a small amount of oil in an 8-quart Dutch oven over medium-high heat.
  5. Place the chicken breast side down in the Dutch oven and sear for about 5 minutes until golden brown.
  6. Carefully flip the chicken and sear the other side for another 5 minutes.
  7. Remove the Dutch oven from heat and cover it with a lid.
  8. Transfer the Dutch oven to the preheated oven and roast for about 1 hour, or until the chicken is cooked through and the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
  9. Remove the Dutch oven from the oven and let the chicken rest for 10 minutes before carving.
  10. Carve the chicken and serve with your choice of sides.
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