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Whole Roasted Parmesan Chicken

• 1 cup mayonnaise
• 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 1 teaspoon crushed dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 1 (3-1/2-lb.) fresh whole chicken

Instructions:
Preheat oven to 375°F.
Mix mayonnaise, Parmesan cheese, oregano, garlic powder, salt and pepper in a small bowl. Coat chicken thoroughly with mixture. Place in a shallow roasting pan and bake in top third of oven for 1 hour or until chicken is thoroughly cooked*. Servings: 6

*Chicken Test for Doneness (per Washington Fryer Commission, 1994)

No matter what method you use for cooking chicken, the most accurate test for doneness is a meat thermometer. Since chicken is never ready to be served unless it is done, always be sure it is completely cooked. Whole or bone-in chicken should reach an internal temperature of 180 degrees, and boneless chicken should be cooked to 165°F.

Other indicators for doneness include:
1) A fork or toothpick can be inserted with ease.
2) The juices should be clear, not pink.
3) Bone joints move easily.

Servings: 6