Slow-Roasted Chicken with Rosemary and Garlic Jus

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Tender slow-roasted chicken infused with fresh rosemary and garlic, served with a savory jus that highlights the natural flavors. This general-inspired chicken ready in about 120 minutes pairs whole chicken, fresh rosemary sprigs, garlic cloves for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 380 calories and feeds 6, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 15 min Cook: 105 min Serves 6 General cuisine 380 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 325°F. Pat dry 4 lbs whole chicken and season inside and out with 1 tbsp salt and 1 tsp black pepper. Stuff the cavity with 4 sprigs fresh rosemary and 3 minced garlic cloves.
  2. Step 2: Rub the exterior of the chicken with 3 tbsp olive oil and place it breast-side up on a roasting rack in a pan. Roast uncovered for 1 hour 45 minutes, basting every 30 minutes with pan juices, until internal temperature reaches 165°F.
  3. Step 3: Remove chicken and let rest for 15 minutes. While resting, place roasting pan over medium heat, add 1 cup chicken broth and 2 tbsp unsalted butter, scraping up browned bits. Simmer until jus thickens slightly, about 5 minutes.
  4. Step 4: Carve chicken and serve with the rosemary garlic jus spooned over the top.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does Slow-Roasted Chicken with Rosemary and Garlic Jus take to make?

Total time is about 120 minutes (15 min prep + 105 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.

How do I store leftover Slow-Roasted Chicken with Rosemary and Garlic Jus?

Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep whole chicken from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Slow-Roasted Chicken with Rosemary and Garlic Jus?

Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.

How do I scale Slow-Roasted Chicken with Rosemary and Garlic Jus for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 6 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 6). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.

What goes well with Slow-Roasted Chicken with Rosemary and Garlic Jus?

General chicken like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.

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