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)

Grace Anderson5

Absolutely perfect! The lemon flavor permeated the entire chicken. The skin was crispy, and the meat was incredibly moist. A true winner!

Thomas Hall5

This is a fantastic and simple recipe. The chicken was tender and flavorful, and the lemon added a beautiful brightness. Highly recommend!

Samuel Lee4

Very good recipe. The combination of lemon and herbs is excellent. I added some garlic to the mix, and it was delicious.

Quinn Clark3

The chicken was okay, but the herb flavor wasn't as strong as I'd hoped. Maybe I needed to add more? I'll try again.

Mia Thompson4

I really enjoyed this chicken recipe. The lemon zest added a wonderful aroma. I might experiment with different herbs next time.