Herb Roasted Chicken Recipe
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
15 mins
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Cook Time
35 mins
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Total Time
50 mins
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Servings
8 servings
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Calories
335 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
American
Herb Roasted Chicken Recipe
Description
The Herb Roasted Chicken Recipe features chicken quarters coated with olive oil and seasoned with kosher salt, black pepper, smoked paprika, and garlic powder. Fresh herbs—thyme, rosemary, and sage—are finely chopped and rubbed onto the chicken for aromatic depth. Roasting in a pan fitted with an oven-safe rack at 400°F cooks the chicken evenly and allows heat circulation for crisp skin.
The spices contribute a smoky and savory flavor, while the fresh herbs bring earthiness and brightness. The high roasting temperature caramelizes the skin, sealing in juices and resulting in tender meat, especially in the thigh parts. Resting the chicken before serving helps redistribute juices.
This straightforward roast pairs well with roasted vegetables, potatoes, or a fresh salad. It provides a robust main course showcasing classic herb and spice flavors enhanced by proper seasoning techniques.
Chopping herb leaves rather than whole sprigs improves adherence to the chicken and even flavor distribution. Nutrition values provided are estimates. The recipe specifies kosher salt, excluding garlic salt, to avoid overpowering saltiness.
Ingredients
- 3-4 pounds chicken quarters
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- salt kosher salt
- black pepper kosher salt
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 15 thyme sprigs
- 15 rosemary sprigs
- 5 sage sprigs
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400F. Place an oven-safe baking rack inside of a roasting pan.
- Rub chicken with olive oil.
- Season chicken well with salt and pepper.
- Combine paprika and garlic powder; rub onto chicken.
- Finely chop herbs.
- Rub chopped herbs onto chicken.
- Bake chicken for about 35-45 minutes, or until an instant-read thermometer inserted into thickest part of thigh registers 165F.
- Transfer chicken to platter, and let rest about 10 minutes before serving.
Notes
- Use kosher salt, not garlic salt, for seasoning to maintain clear flavor balance.
- Remove herb leaves from sprigs before finely chopping for even coating on chicken.
- Allow chicken to rest after roasting to enhance juiciness.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 8servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 335 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1serving | |
| Calories | 335kcal | 17% |
| Carbohydrates | 1g | 0% |
| Protein | 23g | 46% |
| Fat | 25g | 38% |
| Saturated Fat | 6g | 30% |
| Cholesterol | 141mg | 47% |
| Sodium | 111mg | 5% |
| Potassium | 313mg | 7% |
| Vitamin A | 325IU | 7% |
| Vitamin C | 3mg | 3% |
| Calcium | 19mg | 2% |
| Iron | 1.4mg | 8% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
5
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