Classic Roast Chicken
A 3-4 lb chicken
3 Tbs butter or olive oil
Salt and freshly ground pepper to taste
Place a heavy cast iron skillet in the oven while it preheats to 450F.
Rub the chicken with the butter, including under the skin of the breast, and season generously inside and out with salt and pepper.
Place the chicken in the skillet, breast side up, and roast undisturbed until an instant-read thermometer reads 155F when inserted in the thigh, 30 to 40 minutes.
Remove from the oven and let rest for 5 to 10 minutes before carving.
Serves 4 to 6.