Best Roast Chicken With Homeade Gravy

Instructions

1. 1
   Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Allow chicken to sit at room temperature for 30 minutes.
2. 2
   Pat chicken dry. Rub with olive oil or butter, and season generously with salt and pepper.
3. 3
   Stuff chicken cavity with halved lemon, thyme, rosemary, parsley, and 3 cloves of garlic. Arrange carrots, onion, celery, and remaining garlic in a roasting pan.
4. 4
   Place chicken breast side up on top of vegetables, tucking wing tips under.
5. 5
   Roast for 20 minutes at 425°F, then reduce oven to 375°F (190°C) and roast an additional 55–60 minutes, until juices run clear and internal temperature hits 165°F (74°C).
6. 6
   Transfer chicken to a cutting board and let rest for 15 minutes.
7. 7
   For the gravy, spoon off all but 3 tablespoons drippings from the pan. Set pan over medium heat, whisk in flour, and cook 1–2 minutes. Gradually whisk in broth, scraping up browned bits, and simmer 4–5 minutes until thickened. Season to taste.
8. 8
   Carve chicken and serve with veggies and a generous pour of homemade gravy!