Roasted chicken is one of those classic comfort foods that everyone enjoys - and making one at home isn't as difficult as you may think. Here are our top three tips that take the intimidation out of roasting a bird at home. 1. Don't be afraid to season! Salt and pepper are you best friends, but don't forget the array of herbs and spices available to you. You can season your chicken by rubbing the skin with some oil or butter, or even place some right in the cavity. Try slipping some thyme sprigs right under the skin of the bird, or draping a few slices of thick-cut bacon over the chicken for even more flavour. 2. Keep the breast side down. This will allow the breast meat to really absorb all those wonderful juices and avoid drying. Flip the bird about halfway to distribute the juices evenly throughout, and to make sure that the breast meat doesn't stew and overcook. You can also place lemon wedges in the cavity while cooking to increase the moisture content. 3. Give it a rest! Don't be tempted to carve right into your bird just as you've pulled it out of the oven. Letting the chicken rest helps keep in all those juices that are essential in keeping the meat moist. After a few minutes, give it one last flip so the bird is breast side down. Let it rest for at least 10 minutes to prevent the juices from pouring out onto your cutting board when you carve it. Once you carve the chicken, it will be perfectly juicy and tender!