Kittencal's Better Than Take Out Deli Style Rotisserie Chicken

Unlock the secret to the juiciest, most flavorful roast chicken with **Kittencal's Better Than Take Out Deli Style Rotisserie Chicken**—a homemade masterpiece that rivals your favorite deli counter! This recipe transforms a humble whole chicken into a golden, crispy-skinned delight with a simple yet aromatic spice rub featuring paprika, garlic powder, thyme, rosemary, and a hint of brown sugar for balanced sweetness. Stuffed with fresh parsley and a zesty lemon, the chicken is roasted to perfection, ensuring tender, juicy meat in every bite. With an easy kitchen twine truss and basting for added succulence, this dish is as impressive as it is comforting. Perfect for family dinners or meal prep, it requires just 15 minutes of prep and delivers a mouthwatering, restaurant-quality experience right at home.

Nutriscore Rating: 71/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:90 mins

Total Time:105 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 about 4-5 pounds Whole chicken
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 2 teaspoons Paprika
• 2 teaspoons Garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon Onion powder
• 1 teaspoon Dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon Dried rosemary
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 1 teaspoon Black pepper
• 1 teaspoon Brown sugar
• 1 Lemon
• 1 bunch Fresh parsley
• 1 piece Kitchen twine

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 2

Remove any giblets from the cavity of the chicken and pat the chicken dry with paper towels to ensure a crispier skin.

Step 3

In a small bowl, mix together paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, dried thyme, dried rosemary, salt, black pepper, and brown sugar.

Step 4

Rub the chicken all over with olive oil, ensuring it's fully coated. This helps the seasoning stick and gives it a golden finish.

Step 5

Sprinkle the spice mixture generously over the chicken, rubbing it into the skin to evenly coat all sides.

Step 6

Cut the lemon in half and place it inside the cavity of the chicken along with a bunch of fresh parsley.

Step 7

Truss the chicken by tying the legs together with kitchen twine. This helps the chicken cook evenly.

Step 8

Place the chicken breast-side up on a rack in a roasting pan. This allows air to circulate and helps the chicken roast evenly.

Step 9

Roast the chicken in the preheated oven for approximately 1 1/2 hours, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C) in the thickest part of the meat (use a meat thermometer to check).

Step 10

Baste the chicken with its own juices halfway through cooking to enhance flavor and achieve a deeply golden, crispy skin.

Step 11

Remove the chicken from the oven and let it rest for at least 10-15 minutes before carving. Resting allows the juices to redistribute, keeping the meat tender and moist.

Step 12

Carve and serve the chicken, garnished with additional fresh parsley if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1986.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	615.1

Total Fat 44.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 8.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 136.1mg	0%
Sodium 2557.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 23.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 7.2g	0%
Total Sugars 5.6g
Protein 39.2g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 171.6mg	0%
Iron 7.6mg	0%
Potassium 1207.0mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 61.5%

Protein: 24.1%

Carbs: 14.4%