Pollo Asado Perfecto

Ingredientes

• 1 whole chicken ((about 4 pounds))
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 3 teaspoons kosher salt
• 3-4 sprigs thyme, rosemary or fresh herb of choice
• 1 lemon, cut in half
• 4-5 cloves garlic, peeled and smashed ((or one head of garlic cut in half))

Preparación

1. 1

   Pat the chicken dry (inside and out), removing as much moisture as possible.

2. 2

   Rub chicken all over with olive oil, season inside and out with salt.

3. 3

   Place chicken in a 9-inch skillet with an oven-proof handle, cast iron skillet or sheet tray lined with foil.

4. 4

   Heat oven to 450°F.

5. 5

   Stuff chicken with herbs, lemon and garlic and tie legs together.

6. 6

   Place chicken in oven and bake for 15 minutes. Lower temperature to 350°F and continue to bake for 45-50 minutes or until internal temp reads 160°F.

7. 7

   Remove from oven and allow chicken to cool for 10 minutes and serve.