Main Course · Dinner · American ·

Herb-Roasted Chicken with Lemon and Garlic

Name: Herb-Roasted Chicken with Lemon and Garlic
Prep time: 30 min
Cook time: 90 min
Total time: 120 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Main Course
Ingredients: Whole chicken, 1 (approximately 4 lbs); Olive oil, 1/4 cup; Garlic, minced, 4 cloves; Lemon juice and zest, 2 lemons; Fresh rosemary, chopped, 1 tbsp; Fresh thyme, chopped, 1 tbsp; Salt, 1 tsp; Black pepper, 1/2 tsp; Lemon, quartered, 1; Onion, quartered, 1; Garlic bulb, halved, 1; Chicken broth, 1 cup

This herb-roasted chicken features a blend of fresh herbs, lemon, and garlic, offering a perfect balance of flavors for a delicious dinner.

4.6(198 reviews)

·By Ethan Brooks·September 15, 2025

Herb-Roasted Chicken with Lemon and Garlic — Main Course served and photographed from above

Prep

30 min

Cook

1 h 30 min

Difficulty

Intermediate

Serves

Ingredients

Servings

For the Chicken Marinade

For the Roasting

Nutrition

Per serving

Calories: 910 kcal
Protein: 71.5 g
Carbs: 10 g
Fat: 69 g
Fiber: 1.75 g

Whole recipe

Total

Calories: 3640 kcal
Protein: 286 g
Carbs: 40 g
Fat: 276 g
Fiber: 7 g

Breakdown by ingredient▾

Ingredient	Cal	P	C	F	Fib
Whole chicken 1 (approximately 4 lbs)	3000	280	0	220	0
Olive oil 1/4 cup	480	0	0	55	0
Garlic, minced 4 cloves	20	1	5	0	0
Lemon juice and zest 2 lemons	20	1	7	0	1
Fresh rosemary, chopped 1 tbsp	3	0	1	0	1
Fresh thyme, chopped 1 tbsp	3	0	1	0	1
Salt 1 tsp	0	0	0	0	0
Black pepper 1/2 tsp	3	0	1	0	0
Lemon, quartered 1	10	0	3	0	1
Onion, quartered 1	44	1	10	0	2
Garlic bulb, halved 1	42	2	10	0	1
Chicken broth 1 cup	15	1	2	1	0

These are estimates, not dietary advice.

Preparation

Get these tasks done before you start cooking.

Marinating the Chicken

1
Combine ingredients
In a large bowl, combine olive oil, minced garlic, lemon juice, lemon zest, rosemary, thyme, salt, and black pepper.
2
Rub the chicken
Rub the mixture all over the chicken, including under the skin for more flavor.
3
Refrigerate
Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, preferably overnight for enhanced flavor.

Preparing the Roasting Pan

1
Preheat oven
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
2
Arrange aromatics
Place the quartered lemon and onion, along with the halved garlic bulb, into a roasting pan.
3
Add broth
Pour chicken broth into the pan to keep the chicken moist during roasting.
Tip: ⚠ Important: Ensure the chicken is at room temperature before roasting. 💡 Pro Tip: Trussing the chicken helps ensure even cooking.

How to Make Herb-Roasted Chicken with Lemon and Garlic

Total time: 2 h · Yields 4 servings

1
Roasting the Chicken
Place the marinated chicken on top of the prepared aromatics in the roasting pan and roast in the preheated oven.
2
Basting the Chicken
Every 20 minutes, baste the chicken with the pan drippings to enhance flavor and keep it moist.
3
Checking for Doneness
Use a meat thermometer to ensure the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C) at the thickest part of the thigh.