Herb-Roasted Chicken with Garlic Butter
A succulent chicken dish infused with fresh herbs and golden garlic butter. This french-inspired chicken ready in about 90 minutes pairs pcs bone-in chicken thighs, pcs bone-in chicken drumsticks, garlic cloves for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 380 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.
Ingredients
- 4 pcs bone-in chicken thighs
- 4 pcs bone-in chicken drumsticks
- 6 garlic cloves
- 1/4 cup fresh thyme sprigs
- 1/4 cup fresh rosemary sprigs
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1 tsp sea salt
- 1/2 tsp freshly ground black pepper
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a roasting pan with parchment paper.
- Step 2: Rub chicken pieces with 2 tbsp olive oil, then season with 1 tsp sea salt and 1/2 tsp black pepper.
- Step 3: In a small bowl, mash 6 minced garlic cloves with 4 tbsp softened unsalted butter until smooth.
- Step 4: Stuff the garlic butter mixture under the skin of chicken, then place on the roasting pan.
- Step 5: Tuck 1/4 cup fresh thyme and 1/4 cup fresh rosemary around the chicken. Roast for 45-55 minutes until juices run clear and skin is golden.
- Step 6: Let rest for 10 minutes before serving, drizzled with pan juices.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Herb-Roasted Chicken with Garlic Butter take to make?
Total time is about 90 minutes (30 min prep + 60 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Herb-Roasted Chicken with Garlic Butter?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep pcs bone-in chicken thighs from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Herb-Roasted Chicken with Garlic Butter?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Herb-Roasted Chicken with Garlic Butter for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with Herb-Roasted Chicken with Garlic Butter?
French chicken like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
What others are saying
- ★★★★★
I've tried many chicken recipes and this is hands down the best.
- ★★★★★
Love how the French come through in every bite.
- ★★★★☆
Good flavors but the sauce was a bit thin. I'd reduce it longer.
