Name: Lemon Herb Roasted Chicken
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 45 min
Total time: 1 h 5 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1.5 oz 1 whole chicken (about 4 pounds); 7.4 bottle 1 lemon, cut into wedges; 4.7 box 2 sprigs fresh rosemary, chopped; 8.3 box 2 sprigs fresh thyme, chopped; 8.2 jar 1 teaspoon salt; 6.7 mg 1/2 teaspoon black pepper; 9.3 quarter 1 teaspoon garlic powder; 5.1 to taste 2 tablespoons olive oil

Lemon Herb Roasted Chicken

By Pamela Owen

November 15, 2025

5983 views

This delightful Lemon Herb Roasted Chicken recipe features a juicy, tender chicken infused with bright lemon and savory herbs. The chicken is seasoned with a blend of fresh rosemary, thyme, and zesty lemon, then roasted to golden perfection. It's a simple yet elegant dish that's perfect for a weeknight dinner or a special occasion. The combination of citrus and herbs creates a fragrant and flavorful experience that's sure to impress. Roasting the chicken with lemon wedges inside and out ensures a moist and aromatic result. Served with roasted vegetables or a fresh salad, this Lemon Herb Roasted Chicken is a complete and satisfying meal that celebrates the best of simple, wholesome ingredients and is easy to follow. Whether you're a seasoned cook or a beginner, this recipe is a foolproof way to achieve a delicious and memorable meal.

Ingredients

1 whole chicken (about 4 pounds) - 1.5 oz
1 lemon, cut into wedges - 7.4 bottle
2 sprigs fresh rosemary, chopped - 4.7 box
2 sprigs fresh thyme, chopped - 8.3 box
1 teaspoon salt - 8.2 jar
1/2 teaspoon black pepper - 6.7 mg
1 teaspoon garlic powder - 9.3 quarter
2 tablespoons olive oil - 5.1 to taste

4 Servings

Cooking Steps

Step 1

Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Rinse the chicken inside and out and pat dry with paper towels.

Step 2

In a small bowl, combine the rosemary, thyme, salt, pepper, and garlic powder.

Step 3

Rub the herb mixture all over the chicken, including under the skin of the breast.

Step 4

Place lemon wedges and remaining herbs inside the cavity of the chicken.

Step 5

Place the chicken in a roasting pan and drizzle with olive oil.

Step 6

Roast for 1 hour and 15 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).

Step 7

Let the chicken rest for 10 minutes before carving and serving.

Lemon Herb Roasted Chicken

By Pamela Owen

November 15, 2025

5983 views

Ingredients

1 whole chicken (about 4 pounds) - 1.5 oz
1 lemon, cut into wedges - 7.4 bottle
2 sprigs fresh rosemary, chopped - 4.7 box
2 sprigs fresh thyme, chopped - 8.3 box
1 teaspoon salt - 8.2 jar
1/2 teaspoon black pepper - 6.7 mg
1 teaspoon garlic powder - 9.3 quarter
2 tablespoons olive oil - 5.1 to taste

4 Servings

Cooking Steps

Step 1

Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Rinse the chicken inside and out and pat dry with paper towels.

Step 2

In a small bowl, combine the rosemary, thyme, salt, pepper, and garlic powder.

Step 3

Rub the herb mixture all over the chicken, including under the skin of the breast.

Step 4

Place lemon wedges and remaining herbs inside the cavity of the chicken.

Step 5

Place the chicken in a roasting pan and drizzle with olive oil.

Step 6

Roast for 1 hour and 15 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).

Step 7

Let the chicken rest for 10 minutes before carving and serving.

Reviews (24 Reviews)

Isabella Jackson5

This is my go-to chicken recipe now. It's so easy to prepare, and the results are always fantastic. The flavor is outstanding!

Peter Robinson4

Great recipe! The lemon really shines through. I used a mix of fresh and dried herbs, and it turned out great.

Noah Garcia3

The chicken was decent, but it didn't wow me. The flavor was good, but I prefer a slightly crispier skin.

Victor Allen3

The chicken was a little bland, but the flavor was still good. I would like it more if it had more salt.

Liam Martin5

Excellent recipe! The chicken was so tender and flavorful. The lemon provided a wonderful brightness. Highly recommend this one.