• 1 3-4 lb. whole chicken
• 1 bunch fresh parsley
• 1 medium onion, quartered
• 3 oz. butter, melted
• 1/2 C. water
• Salt and pepper to taste

Preheat oven to 425 degrees. Place the parsley, onion, half of the butter and seasonings in the cavity of the chicken. Brush the remaining butter onto the bird. Place in a baking pan and cook for 7 minutes. Add the water to the pan and reduce the heat to 375 degrees. Roast for 20 minutes per pound plus 20 minutes (for example: a 4 lb. chicken would cook for 1 hour 40 minutes). Allow to cool slightly before slicing. Serve warm.

Yield: 4 servings