Preheat oven to 425°. Heat 1 tablespoon oil3 tablespoons in a large ovenproof skillet over medium-high. Season chicken1 3 inside and out with salt and pepper and cook, breast side down, until a beautiful golden brown. Use tongs to gently rotate chicken, being careful not to tear skin, and brown on all sides, 12–15 minutes total; transfer to a plate. Reserve skillet.