Herb-Infused Roast Chicken

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-22 · Updated 2026-04-22

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Juicy chicken pieces roasted with fresh rosemary, thyme, and garlic for a fragrant, golden-brown centerpiece. This American-inspired chicken recipe, ready in about 60 minutes, pairs chicken pieces, olive oil, fresh rosemary for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 320 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 10 min Cook: 50 min Serves 4 American cuisine 320 cal/serving

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Ingredients

4 boneless, skinless thighs (4 lbs, 1.8 kg) chicken pieces
3 tbsp (45 ml) olive oil
2 tbsp, finely chopped fresh rosemary
2 tbsp, finely chopped fresh thyme
4, minced garlic cloves
1, sliced lemon
1/2 tsp salt
1/4 tsp black pepper

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Instructions

Step 1: Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Pat chicken pieces dry with paper towels.
Step 2: Whisk 3 tbsp olive oil, 2 tbsp chopped rosemary, 2 tbsp chopped thyme, 4 minced garlic cloves, 1/2 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper in a small bowl.
Step 3: Rub the herb mixture evenly over all chicken pieces, coating completely.
Step 4: Place chicken in a roasting pan, skin-side up. Arrange 1 sliced lemon around the chicken.
Step 5: Roast uncovered for 45-50 minutes, until chicken is cooked through (internal temperature 165°F/74°C) and skin is golden brown. Rest for 10 minutes before serving.