<human>: What is the best way to prepare a roast chicken?
<bot>: The best way to prepare a roast chicken is to season it with salt and pepper, then rub it all over with softened butter or olive oil. Place it in a roasting pan, breast side up, and add some herbs and vegetables around it. Roast in an oven preheated to 350 degrees Fahrenheit for about 1 hour per pound of chicken, or until the internal temperature reads 165 degrees Fahrenheit when tested with a meat thermometer. Let the chicken rest before slicing and serving.