Roman-Style Herb Roasted Chicken with Garlicky White Beans

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-05-25 · Updated 2026-05-25

A rustic roasted chicken inspired by ancient Roman flavors, paired with tender white beans simmered in garlic and herbs. This Mediterranean-inspired chicken recipe, ready in about 95 minutes, pairs whole chicken, olive oil, fresh rosemary for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 450 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

• 3 pounds whole chicken
• 3 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 tablespoons, chopped fresh rosemary
• 1 tablespoon, chopped fresh thyme
• 6, minced garlic cloves
• 2 teaspoons sea salt
• 1 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 cups, drained and rinsed canned white beans
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 1 cup chicken broth
• 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 425°F. Rub 3 pounds whole chicken all over with 3 tablespoons olive oil, 2 tablespoons chopped fresh rosemary, 1 tablespoon chopped fresh thyme, 6 minced garlic cloves, 2 teaspoons sea salt, and 1 teaspoon black pepper, ensuring even coating under the skin.
2. Step 2: Place the chicken breast side up on a roasting pan and roast for 1 hour 15 minutes, basting occasionally, until the skin is golden and juices run clear when pierced.
3. Step 3: Meanwhile, combine 2 cups drained and rinsed canned white beans, 1 cup chicken broth, 1 tablespoon lemon juice, 6 minced garlic cloves, and 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes in a medium saucepan. Simmer over medium heat for 15 minutes until beans are tender and flavors meld.
4. Step 4: Remove chicken from oven and let rest for 10 minutes. Serve sliced chicken alongside the garlicky white beans, spooning pan juices over the top.