Simply roast chicken

Directions

1. 1. PRE-HEAT THE OVEN TO 180˚C/160˚C FAN/GAS 4
2. 2. RINSE - Rinse the chicken thoroughly and pat dry with kitchen paper. Put it in a roasting tin.
3. 3. STUFF - Wash the rosemary sprigs and stuff one into the body cavity of the bird. Sprinkle the rest of the rosemary leaves over the outside.
4. 4. DOT - Cube the butter and dot it over the breast and thighs of the chicken. Season the bird with a little sea salt and a generous grinding of black pepper.
5. 5. ROAST - Put the chicken in the oven and roast for 35 minutes. After this time, turn the bird over and continue cooking for another 35 minutes.
6. 6. REST - Put the chicken on a plate, cover it with foil and leave it to rest for a good 15 minutes. Keep the pan juices warm.
7. 7. SERVE - Serve the chicken doused with the cooking juices.