To get perfectly crispy skin, roast a whole chicken at 425°F for about 13-15 minutes per pound or until the thickest part of the breast reaches an internal temperature of 165°F.u003cbr/u003eu003cbr/u003eYou can roast a chicken at a lower temperature for a little longer if you need to match the temperature for something else in the oven. u003cbr/u003eu003cbr/u003eThe high heat of 425°F really produces perfect roasted skin and is worth it!