Herb Roasted Chicken with Garlic

Elevate your dinner table with this mouthwatering Herb Roasted Chicken with Garlic, a dish that balances rustic charm with bold, fresh flavors. This recipe features a juicy whole chicken infused with the aromatic goodness of fresh rosemary, thyme, and parsley, perfectly paired with the zing of lemon and the rich sweetness of roasted garlic. A drizzle of olive oil and melted butter ensures golden, crispy skin, while basting during roasting locks in incredible moisture. Ready in just under two hours, this easy yet elegant oven-roasted chicken is perfect for a hearty family meal or impressive weekend entertaining. Serve it with tender roasted garlic cloves for an irresistible finishing touch! Keywords: herb roasted chicken, garlic, roasted chicken recipe, whole chicken recipes, easy roast chicken, crispy skin chicken.

Nutriscore Rating: 65/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:90 mins

Total Time:110 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 3-4 pounds Whole chicken
• 3 tablespoons Olive oil
• 2 tablespoons, chopped Fresh rosemary
• 1 tablespoon, chopped Fresh thyme
• 1 tablespoon, chopped Fresh parsley
• 1 Lemon
• 8 Garlic cloves
• 2 teaspoons Salt
• 1 teaspoon Black pepper
• 2 tablespoons, melted Unsalted butter

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).

Step 2

Rinse the whole chicken under cold water and pat it dry using paper towels. Ensure the cavity is clean and free of any giblets.

Step 3

In a small bowl, mix together the olive oil, chopped rosemary, chopped thyme, chopped parsley, salt, and black pepper.

Step 4

Cut the lemon in half. Stuff one half of the lemon into the cavity of the chicken along with 4 whole garlic cloves.

Step 5

Rub the herb and olive oil mixture all over the chicken, ensuring it is evenly coated. Don't forget to rub some under the skin for extra flavor.

Step 6

Place the chicken in a roasting pan or a large oven-safe skillet. Scatter the remaining garlic cloves around the chicken and squeeze the juice from the other half of the lemon over the top of the chicken.

Step 7

Drizzle the melted butter over the chicken for a golden, crispy skin and an additional layer of flavor.

Step 8

Roast the chicken in the preheated oven for approximately 1 hour and 30 minutes, or until the internal temperature at the thickest part of the chicken (not touching the bone) reaches 165°F (75°C).

Step 9

Halfway through cooking, baste the chicken with the juices from the bottom of the pan to keep it moist.

Step 10

Once done, remove the chicken from the oven and let it rest for 10-15 minutes before carving to allow the juices to redistribute.

Step 11

Serve the herb roasted chicken warm with the roasted garlic cloves on the side as a flavorful bonus.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1535.4 grams (1535.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	841

Total Fat 77.30g	99%
Saturated Fat 23.70g	119%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.00g
Cholesterol 164mg	55%
Sodium 4846mg	211%
Total Carbohydrate 16.10g	6%
Dietary Fiber 3.60g	13%
Total Sugars 1.50g
Protein 28.70g	57%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 102mg	8%
Iron 4mg	19%
Potassium 561mg	12%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 79.5%

Protein: 13.1%

Carbs: 7.4%