Easy Roasted Chicken

Directions

1. 1
   Preheat the oven to 425F.
2. 2
   Tie the chicken legs together with kitchen twine (tuck the wings under the chicken, if desired, for a neater presentation).
3. 3
   Place the chicken on a rack set in a roasting pan (or on a rimmed baking sheet).
4. 4
   Rub the chicken all over with the butter; season with 1 teaspoon salt and 1/2 teaspoon pepper.
5. 5
   Roast until an instant-read thermometer registers 160F when inserted in the thickest part of a thigh (avoiding bone), 45 to 50 minutes.
6. 6
   Serve, or let cool before refrigerating, up to 3 days, covered.