1 4 Roast the chicken in the oven for 15 minutes. 2  Reduce the temperature to 375°F and continue roasting until the juices run clear and a thermometer inserted into the inner thigh (but not touching the bone) registers 165°F, about 50 minutes to 1 hour more.3  5 Remove the chicken from the oven and place on a cutting board.ame plan: If you have the time and want crispier skin, salt the chicken the night before and refrigerate it uncovered. Let it sit at room temperature for 30 minutes before roasting. Watch Lisa Lavery of the CHOW Test Kitchen prepare this easy roasted chicken in an episode of our Easiest Way video series.