Metric-Precise Lemon Herb Roasted Chicken

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-08-02 · Updated 2026-08-02

A roasted chicken seasoned with fresh herbs and lemon, measured with metric precision for perfect flavor balance. This Mediterranean-inspired chicken recipe, ready in about 95 minutes, pairs whole chicken, fresh rosemary, fresh thyme for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 420 calories and feeds 6, 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

• 1.5 kg whole chicken
• 2 tbsp, chopped fresh rosemary
• 1 tbsp, chopped fresh thyme
• 1 whole, sliced into 0.5 cm thick rounds lemon
• 3 tbsp olive oil
• 4 cloves, minced garlic cloves
• 2 tsp salt
• 1 tsp, freshly ground black pepper

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 200°C (392°F). Pat dry 1.5 kg whole chicken with paper towels and place in a roasting pan.
2. Step 2: In a small bowl, combine 3 tbsp olive oil, 4 minced garlic cloves, 2 tbsp chopped fresh rosemary, 1 tbsp chopped fresh thyme, 2 tsp salt, and 1 tsp freshly ground black pepper. Rub this herb oil mixture evenly over the entire chicken skin.
3. Step 3: Insert 0.5 cm thick lemon slices under the chicken skin and inside the cavity for citrus aroma.
4. Step 4: Roast the chicken uncovered for 1 hour 20 minutes, or until an internal temperature of 75°C (167°F) is reached and the skin is golden and crisp.
5. Step 5: Rest the chicken for 10 minutes before carving to allow juices to redistribute.