How Long Does a Roast Take in the Oven

Ingredients

• 1 whole chicken (4-5 lbs / 1.8-2.3 kg), preferably free-range
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 tablespoon sea salt
• 1 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 teaspoons dried thyme or rosemary
• 1 lemon, halved
• 4 cloves garlic, crushed
• 1 onion, quartered
• Fresh herbs for garnish (e.g., parsley or thyme)
• 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour (optional for gravy)
• 2 cups chicken stock (optional for gravy)