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)

Alice Johnson5

This chicken was absolutely amazing! The lemon and herb flavors were perfectly balanced. The chicken was so juicy and tender. Definitely a new family favorite.

Henry Thomas4

This was a very flavorful and easy recipe. I loved the combination of lemon and herbs. I’ll definitely make this again. Thanks for sharing!

Olivia Martinez5

This recipe is a keeper! It's so simple and the chicken always turns out perfectly moist and flavorful. The best part is how easy it is to clean up.

Katherine Harris2

The chicken was overcooked, despite following the recipe exactly. The herbs were nice, but the dryness ruined it for me.