Roasted Lemon-Garlic Chicken with Herb-Infused Olive Oil

By AislePrompt Test Kitchen · Reviewed by AislePrompt Editorial · ·

Juicy roasted chicken infused with lemon and garlic flavors, elevated by a fragrant herb olive oil drizzle. This mediterranean-inspired mediterranean ready in about 90 minutes pairs whole chicken, fresh lemon juice, garlic cloves, minced for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 450 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.

★ 4.4 (9 ratings) Prep: 15 min Cook: 75 min Serves 6 Mediterranean cuisine 450 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 425°F. In a small bowl, whisk 3 tbsp fresh lemon juice, 1/4 cup olive oil, 6 minced garlic cloves, 2 tbsp chopped rosemary, 2 tbsp chopped thyme, 2 tsp salt, and 1 tsp black pepper until combined.
  2. Step 2: Pat dry the 4 lbs whole chicken with paper towels. Rub the lemon-garlic-herb mixture evenly all over the chicken, including under the skin, ensuring full coverage.
  3. Step 3: Place the chicken breast-side up on a roasting pan. Roast in the preheated oven for 1 hour and 15 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F and the skin is golden and crispy.
  4. Step 4: Remove from the oven and let rest for 10 minutes before carving to ensure the juices redistribute and the meat remains tender.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Roasted Lemon-Garlic Chicken with Herb-Infused Olive Oil take to make?

Total time is about 90 minutes (15 min prep + 75 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 Roasted Lemon-Garlic Chicken with Herb-Infused Olive Oil?

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 whole chicken from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Roasted Lemon-Garlic Chicken with Herb-Infused Olive Oil?

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 Roasted Lemon-Garlic Chicken with Herb-Infused Olive Oil for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 6 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 6). 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 Roasted Lemon-Garlic Chicken with Herb-Infused Olive Oil?

Mediterranean mediterranean 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.

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