how long should you put chicken in the oven for?
<answer> You should put chicken in oven 10-15 minutes. Then reduce the temperature to 350 degrees F and roast for 20 minutes per pound. <context> High heat method (this creates a crispy, darker skin): 1  Preheat oven to 450 degrees F (230 degrees C) and cook whole (thawed) chicken for 10-15 minutes. 2  Then reduce the temperature to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) and roast for 20 minutes per pound.