Herb & Garlic Butter Roasted Chicken
December 13, 2025 • 0 comments
This Herb & Garlic Butter Roasted Chicken is the kind of simple, honest cooking that never goes out of style. A whole bird gets smothered in rich garlic herb butter — some tucked under the skin to keep every bite juicy, the rest brushed on top for that deep golden finish. As it roasts, the lemon and onion tucked inside infuse the meat with a bright, cozy flavor, while the vegetables around the pan soak up all the good drippings. It’s a no-fuss, homey meal that fills the kitchen with real-deal comfort and lands on the table beautifully crisp, tender, and ready to carve. Perfect for Sunday dinners, family gatherings, or any night that calls for something hearty and from-scratch.
- Prep Time:
- Cook Time:
- Servings: 4-6
Directions
Ingredients:
- 1 whole chicken
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tsp fresh rosemary, chopped (or 1 tsp dried)
- 2 tsp fresh thyme leaves (or 1 tsp dried)
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1 lemon, halved
- 1 onion, quartered
- Optional: vegetables for roasting (carrots, potatoes, parsnips)
Instructions:
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
- In a small bowl, mix softened butter with garlic, rosemary, thyme, salt, and pepper.
- Carefully loosen the chicken skin over the breast and thighs, and rub half the herb butter under the skin. Rub the remaining butter over the outside of the chicken.
- Stuff the cavity with lemon halves and onion quarters.
- Place the chicken on a roasting pan. If using vegetables, arrange them around the chicken.
- Roast for 1–1.5 hours, basting occasionally with pan juices, until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C) and the skin is golden brown.
- Let the chicken rest for 10–15 minutes before carving. Serve with roasted vegetables and pan juices.
