Cashew Free Lemon Herb Roasted Chicken
Roasted chicken is one of those timeless dinners that feels special without demanding much from the cook, and this version delivers serious flavor through a handful of fresh herbs and bright citrus. Garlic-infused olive oil carries rosemary, thyme, and parsley directly under the skin and all over the outside, so every bite is deeply seasoned and wonderfully aromatic. The lemon halves and fresh herb sprigs tucked into the cavity perfume the meat from the inside out as it roasts, making your kitchen smell absolutely incredible. A hot initial blast at 425°F gets the skin golden and crackling, while a lower finishing temperature keeps the meat juicy all the way through — no dry breast meat here. The whole dish is built entirely from whole, recognizable ingredients, so there's zero guesswork about what's actually in your dinner. Resting the bird before carving is the small step that makes a big difference, locking in the juices so every slice stays tender and the skin holds its satisfying crunch. Finish with a scatter of fresh parsley and a squeeze of lemon, and you've got a centerpiece-worthy meal that's as clean and straightforward as cooking gets.
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4 servings
- 1 whole chicken (3.5–4 lb)
- 3 tbsp garlic-infused olive oil
- 1 lemon, zested and halved
- 1 tbsp fresh rosemary, finely chopped
- 1 tbsp fresh thyme leaves
- 1 tbsp fresh flat-leaf parsley, finely chopped
- 1 tsp kosher salt
- ½ tsp black pepper, freshly ground
For the cavity
- 4 sprigs fresh thyme
- 2 sprigs fresh rosemary
- 4 scallions, green tops only, trimmed
For serving
- 1 tbsp fresh flat-leaf parsley, roughly chopped (optional)
- lemon wedges, for serving (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Position a rack in the lower third of the oven and preheat to 425°F (220°C). Pat the chicken completely dry inside and out with paper towels — dry skin is essential for browning.
- 2
In a small bowl, stir together the garlic-infused oil, lemon zest, chopped rosemary, thyme leaves, chopped parsley, salt, and pepper until combined.
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