Home » Blog » Course » Convection Oven Roast ChickenConvection Oven Roast Chicken Pin RecipeRate RecipePublished: Sep 7, 2022 by Andrea + Stef · This post may contain affiliate links. Please see our full Disclosure Policy for details. Juicy and flavorful roast chicken, seasoned with a homemade spice rub and cooked to perfection in the convection oven. Jump to Recipe We enjoy cooking convection oven roast chicken, because it is easy to make, bursting with flavor, and incredibly juicy. Roast chicken only needs 5 minutes of prep time and then cooks completely hands off. While this flavorful chicken with crispy skin goes well with almost all sides, we love serving it with mashed potatoes, roasted vegetables and crusty white bread. This amazing roast chicken convection oven recipe will soon be a staple in your dinner rotation. Table of Contents Benefits Of A Convection Oven Why You’ll Love This Ingredients InstructionsStef says….Recommended Tools Recipe Tips How To StoreAndrea says….Common QuestionsConvection Oven Roast Chicken Recipe Benefits Of A Convection Oven The primary difference between a convection oven and a conventional oven is the way the heat is distributed. A general rule of thumb for convection cooking is to cook your food 25°F less than the recipe calls for in a traditional oven. You will also need to adjust cook time because cooking is generally quicker. The circulating air helps dishes cook evenly, even on multiple racks.You should not have to rotate dishes between racks if you are cooking multiple things.The movement of the air promotes browning and crisping.The circulating hot air can accelerate baking and roasting times.Great for cooking a variety of dishes all at once. You can cook your roast chicken and roast your potatoes and even add another tray on another rack. Why You’ll Love This Notable: Juicy roast chicken with crispy skin that is tender and full of flavorMain Ingredients: whole chicken, olive oil, and spicesCooking Method: oven bakedNutrients: 18g of protein per servingCooking Time: 5 minutes of prep time and 60-80 minutes of cooking timePairs well with: roasted vegetables, potatoes, rice, crusty white breadDiets: keto friendly, gluten free, dairy freeSpecial Equipment Needed: instant read thermometer, sheet pan Ingredients You may have all of these convection oven roast chicken ingredients in your refrigerator or pantry and not need to make a trip to the grocery store. See recipe card below for ingredient amounts and print the recipe. Pantry Ingredients: olive oilMeat Ingredients: whole chickenSpices: black pepper, sea salt, dried parsley, dried thyme, smoked paprika, garlic salt, onion powder WHAT TO MAKE NEXT: We recommend serving this scrumptious and juicy roast chicken with a healthy side dish such as Air Fryer Roasted Vegetables. We also love our flavorful Air Fryer Broccoli and Green Beans with this chicken. Instructions This section shows how to cook roast chicken in the convection oven, with step-by-step photos and details about the technique. For full step-by-step instructions, photos and nutritional information see the recipe in the recipe card below. You can print the recipe with or without photos. PREPARE: Firstly, preheat the convection oven to 350°F, rinse and pat the chicken dry with a paper towel. SEASON THE CHICKEN: Rub olive oil all over the chicken. Then combine all the spices in a small bowl. Next, gently rub the spice mixture all over the chicken. COOK: Place the chicken onto a baking rack over a roasting pan or baking sheet. Place into the center of the convection oven and bake for 1 hour. Check the internal temperature of the chicken. It should reach 165°F. It should take about 60-80 minutes to fully cook the chicken. Remove from the oven and let rest for 5 minutes before serving. Stef says…. I love roasting whole chickens, because they are easy to make and taste wonderful. But even after the yummy meat is eaten you can still make the most flavorful Homemade Chicken Stock using the leftover bones. WHAT TO MAKE NEXT: If you love roasting whole chickens then you’ll love Stef’s Herb Roasted Chicken Recipe. This flavor-bursting one-dish meal will fill your home with the most delicious aroma and is a must have for your recipe box. Recommended Tools Sheet pan or roasting pan with a baking rack – We recommend using a baking rack rather than setting the chicken right on the pan as it allows the heat to circulate under the chicken ensuring even cooking. Additionally, it helps crisp up the skin all around the chicken. Recipe Tips Follow these tips to make the best convection oven roast chicken. Tip: Pat the chicken dry thoroughly. Only dry chicken skin absorbs the seasonings properly and turns nice and crispy during cooking. Tip: Truss the chicken. Tying the drum sticks together with some kitchen twine ensures even cooking and a well shaped cooked chicken. Tip: Make sure the skin of the chicken doesn’t burn. Loosely tent the chicken with aluminum foil if it browns too quickly. Tip: Don’t skip the resting time. A 5-10 minute rest will seal in the juices and make the chicken extra juicy. Air Fryer Lemon Chicken Air Fryer Boneless Skinless Chicken Thighs Air Fryer Chipotle Chicken Wings Air Fryer Chipotle Chicken Stuffed Pasta How To Store Refrigerate: Store leftover baked chicken in an airtight container or ziploc bag in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Freeze: You can freeze leftover oven-roasted chicken in an airtight and freezer safe container or ziploc freezer bag. Freeze for up to 3 months. Defrosting: A great way to defrost is in the refrigerator overnight. Andrea says…. Sometimes there is not enough time to roast a whole chicken. Then I usually opt for one of my favorite 21 Whole Chicken Breast Recipes. Take a look if you are looking for boneless skinless chicken breast recipes that are all flavorful, moist and full of juices. Common Questions Do I have to truss a chicken before roasting? While this is of course optional, we recommend at least tying the drumsticks together. This helps the chicken to cook evenly and keep a nice shape during the cooking process. Is it very important to let the chicken rest after cooking? YES. We highly recommend letting the whole chicken rest for 5-15 minutes after taking it out of the oven. This will help conclude the cooking process and give the juices time to redistribute themselves, ensuring a moist and juicy chicken. How do I carve a chicken? A popular way to carve a chicken is to cut off the entire chicken thighs first. Then cut the drumsticks of the thigh pieces. Next, carve off the breast pieces, by finding the chicken’s breastbone and cutting in a downward motion on each side. Finally cut the wings off the chicken. Arrange the pieces on a platter and serve. How long to cook a 5 pound chicken in convection oven? We like to cook our chicken at 350°F in the convection oven. The amount of time it takes varies slightly depending on the size of the chicken and the internal temperature of the chicken before you begin cooking. A 5 pound chicken should take about 60-80 minutes in the convection oven. 5 from 25 votes Convection Oven Roast Chicken Recipe Author Andrea + Stef Course Main Dish Cuisine American Prep Time 5 minutes minutes Cook Time 1 hour hour 20 minutes minutes Total Time 1 hour hour 25 minutes minutes Print Pin Rate 8 servings Juicy and flavorful roast chicken, seasoned with a homemade spice rub and cooked to perfection in the convection oven. Cook ModePrevent your screen from going dark Equipmentbaking sheet or roasting pan with a baking racksmall mixing bowl Ingredients 1x2x3x▢ 1 whole chicken▢ 2 tbsp olive oil▢ ½ teaspoon coarse black pepper▢ ½ teaspoon sea salt▢ ½ teaspoon dried parsley▢ ½ teaspoon dried thyme▢ ½ teaspoon smoked paprika▢ 1 teaspoon garlic salt▢ ½ teaspoon onion powder InstructionsPreheat convection oven to 350°F.Rinse and pat chicken dry with a paper towel.Rub olive oil all over the chicken. In a small bowl, combine all the spices. Then, gently rub the spices all over the chicken. Place the chicken into a roasting pan or baking sheet with a baking rack on it. Place into the center of the convection oven. Bake for 1 hour. Check the internal temperature of the chicken. It should reach 165°F. Cook until chicken is fully cooked. It should take about 60-80 minutes. Remove from the oven and let rest for 5 minutes before serving. Notes If your chicken begins to brown too much, gently tent it with aluminum foil to prevent the skin from burning. Cooking times will vary depending on the size of the chicken. For more flavorful chicken meat, gently lift the chicken skin up and rub the spices under the skin on the chicken breast. Cooking the chicken at a higher temperature will result in a dryer chicken meat. NutritionCalories: 237kcal | Carbohydrates: 0.3g | Protein: 18g | Fat: 18g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 9g | Trans Fat: 0.1g | Cholesterol: 71mg | Sodium: 503mg | Potassium: 187mg | Fiber: 0.1g | Sugar: 0.02g | Vitamin A: 198IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 13mg | Iron: 1mg Did you create this? Share it on Instagram and follow us on Pinterest for more cleverly simply recipes. Email Recipe Pin Recipe Share Recipe PinShareTweet
Anne says March 8, 2023March 08, 2023 at 11:43 pm Easiest, most crispy and delicious roast chicken. Seems foolproof as long as you cook it long enough. Also I would season the inside well. Yum! Reply
Tammy says November 23, 2023November 23, 2023 at 9:40 pm Turned out so well! Very easy basic recipe. I went one step further and stuffed cavity with pineapple, we have been doing this for years with turkeys, it worked really well with chicken too. Reply