Rinse the chicken and pat dry with a paper towel.
In a small dish, combine the rosemary, salt, garlic, and pepper.
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Rub this mix all over the chicken - inside and out.
Allow the chicken to sit in the fridge covered for at least 2 hours. (It can be left over night for the best flavor.)
When you are ready to roast, place the chopped onions and shallots in a pile in the center of a roasting pan.
Place the chicken on top of the onions and shallots.
Pour the wine and vinegar over the top of the chicken.
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Roast the chicken in a 350-degree oven for 20 minutes per pound. (A five-pound chicken would be about 1 hour 40 minutes - but check for doneness to be sure.)
Carve the chicken and serve with the onion and shallot mixture from the bottom of the pan.
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I love serving this with fresh kale, sautéed with garlic and twice stuffed potatoes, but it really goes with just about anything!