Tomato-Butter Roast Chicken

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How to prepare Tomato-Butter Roast Chicken

Ingredients:

• > 1 whole chicken (about 4-5 pounds)
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• > Salt and pepper to taste
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• > 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
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• > 4-6 large ripe tomatoes, sliced
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• > 4 cloves garlic, minced
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• > 1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves (or 1 teaspoon dried thyme)
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• > 1 tablespoon fresh rosemary leaves (or 1 teaspoon dried rosemary)
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• > 1 tablespoon olive oil
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Instructions:

1. 1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
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3. 2. Rinse the chicken thoroughly and pat it dry with paper towels. Season the chicken inside and out with salt and pepper.
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5. 3. In a small bowl, combine the softened butter, minced garlic, thyme leaves, and rosemary leaves. Mix well until everything is evenly incorporated.
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7. 4. Carefully lift the skin of the chicken near the cavity and gently spread some of the herb butter underneath the skin. Repeat this process on the other side of the chicken, being careful not to tear the skin.
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9. 5. Rub the remaining herb butter all over the outside of the chicken.
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11. 6. Place the sliced tomatoes in a single layer on the bottom of a roasting pan or a baking dish.
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13. 7. Drizzle the olive oil over the tomatoes and season them with salt and pepper.
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15. 8. Place the seasoned chicken on top of the sliced tomatoes, breast-side up.
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17. 9. Roast the chicken in the preheated oven for about 1 hour and 15 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C) in the thickest part of the thigh.
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19. 10. While the chicken is roasting, baste it with the pan juices every 20-30 minutes to keep it moist and flavorful.
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21. 11. Once the chicken is cooked, remove it from the oven and let it rest for about 10 minutes before carving.
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23. 12. Serve the tomato-butter roast chicken with the roasted tomatoes and pan juices.
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This recipe results in a juicy and flavorful roast chicken with the added richness of the herb butter and the sweetness of the roasted tomatoes. It pairs well with roasted vegetables, mashed potatoes, or a fresh salad. Enjoy!