There is no easier or more delicious dinner than roasted chicken. Made with simple pantry spices you already have on hand, you will want to make this easy chicken dinner recipe again and again.
I always have a few packs of chicken on hand to cook for salads, soups, or to devour as an entree. As a busy mom, roasting is one of my favorite methods for chicken. These Easy Roasted Chicken Pieces can be served as a main course with your favorite sides, I like to serve mine with a lentil salad or make them in advance to put on salads or rice for easy lunch prep.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- Roasted chicken is juicy, flavorful, and ideal for meal prep.
- Using only a few simple spices you likely have on hand, you can serve up a tasty protein that lasts multiple meals.
- It’s versatile, hands-off, and always results in crispy, delicious chicken.
- Not to mention, even the most picky of eaters will usually eat chicken.
Ingredients
- Whole chicken: Gives you a variety of chicken meat (legs, thighs, etc.) to enjoy. You can also use pre-cut chicken if that’s what you have on hand.
- Worcestershire sauce: Adds a mix of deep flavor of sour, sweet, spicy and brings a unique umami taste.
- Spices: Garlic powder adds a subtle, full flavor alongside tangy lemon pepper and seasoning salt. Meanwhile, smoked paprika and cayenne add a mild, spicy kick. Modify the spices with seasoning in your cabinet as needed, or use up a special chicken rub you already have on hand!
How to Make Easy Roasted Chicken Pieces
To start your easy roasted chicken pieces, pre-heat your oven to 400 degrees. If you’re starting with a whole chicken, cut it into two breast halves, two thighs, two drumsticks, and two wings. Lay the bird on its back and pat dry with a paper towel.
Next add your seasoning. You can either mix all the spices together in a small bowl, or sprinkle across the top of the meat in an oven-ready pan. I like to use kosher salt as the larger flakes tend to stick better.
Then add the lemon pepper seasoning. If you’re exploring spices and haven’t cooked with lemon pepper before, you will love the tangy and spicy flavor.
Next add the garlic powder.
Followed by the smoked paprika and cayenne pepper.
Next, add Worcestershire sauce for a tangy, savory, sweet, and salty punch.
Once chicken is evenly coated on both sides in the sauce and spices, toss in the oven and roast for about 45-55 minutes or until it reaches an internal cooking temperature of 165 degrees. By roasting chicken skin-on, the fats naturally baste the meat keeping it super tender and juicy.
Once the chicken is done, let it rest for 10 minutes so the juices can redistribute. Then serve and enjoy your Easy Roasted Chicken Pieces!
What to Serve with Roasted Chicken
Need some ideas on how to serve your roasted chicken pieces? Check these ideas out:
- Wedge Salad with Bacon and Blue Cheese Dressing
- Honey Chipotle Glazed Butternut Squash
- Lebanese Rice Pilaf
- Buttered Dill Potatoes
- Italian Herb Roasted Broccoli
Frequently Asked Questions
Should chicken pieces be covered when baking?
How long does roasted chicken last in the fridge?
What’s the best way to reheat roasted chicken?
More Easy Chicken Dishes
- Easy Chicken Soup with Greens
- Lemon Pepper Baked Chicken
- One Pan Roasted Chicken with Broccoli
- Sheet Pan Chicken and Sweet Potatoes
- Lemon and Soy Sauce Marinated Chicken Breasts
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Easy Roasted Chicken Pieces
Ingredients
- 1 3-4 pound whole chicken (cut into pieces (breasts, thighs, legs, etc.))
- 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
- 2 tablespoons garlic powder
- 2 tablespoons lemon pepper
- 1 tablespoon all-purpose seasoning salt (any brand)
- 1 tablespoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon cayenne
- 1 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Pre-heat oven to 400 degrees.
- If starting with a whole chicken, cut the chicken into 8 pieces (two breasts, two wings, two legs and two thighs.) Pat dry with paper towel then place in a roasting pan or baking dish.1 3-4 pound whole chicken
- In a small bowl, mix together spices: garlic powder, lemon pepper, seasoning salt, smoked paprika, cayenne and salt. Sprinkle mixture all over chicken including underneath the skin. Don't be afraid to get up in there.2 tablespoons garlic powder, 2 tablespoons lemon pepper, 1 tablespoon all-purpose seasoning salt, 1 tablespoon smoked paprika, 1 teaspoon cayenne, 1 teaspoon salt
- Splash the Worcestershire sauce all over the chicken.2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
- Bake for 45-55 minutes or until chicken reaches internal cooking temperature of 165 degrees or higher. Let rest 10 minutes before serving.
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