Print

Crispy Herb-Roasted Chicken: Best Easy Weeknight Dinner

crispy herb-roasted chicken - featured image
Print Recipe

A flavorful and crispy herb-roasted whole chicken with root vegetables, featuring a secret herb butter rub under the skin for maximum taste and texture.

Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 whole chicken (4–5 pounds), patted dry
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
  • 2 large sprigs fresh rosemary, leaves stripped and chopped
  • 1 large sprig fresh thyme, leaves stripped
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 whole lemon, halved
  • Sea salt and black pepper, to taste
  • 1 pound carrots, peeled and cut into large chunks
  • 1 pound parsnips, peeled and cut into large chunks
  • 1 large red onion, cut into wedges
  • 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Let chicken come to room temperature for 30 minutes and pat dry thoroughly.
  2. In a small bowl, mix softened butter, minced garlic, chopped rosemary, thyme leaves, salt, and pepper to form a paste.
  3. Gently loosen the skin over the breast and thighs. Slide the herb butter mixture under the skin, spreading it evenly. Rub remaining butter on the outside of the skin.
  4. Season the outside of the chicken generously with salt and pepper. Place halved lemon inside the cavity.
  5. Toss carrots, parsnips, and red onion with olive oil, dried oregano, salt, and pepper. Arrange vegetables in the bottom of a roasting pan.
  6. Place chicken on a rack over the pan (or directly on veggies). Roast at 425°F for 20 minutes.
  7. Reduce heat to 375°F (190°C) and roast for another 45-60 minutes, until internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
  8. Remove chicken from oven and tent loosely with foil. Rest for at least 15 minutes before carving and serving with vegetables.

Notes

Patting the chicken dry is crucial for crispy skin. If you have time, leave the uncovered chicken in the fridge overnight to air-dry the skin further. Do not overcrowd the pan with vegetables to ensure they roast rather than steam. Resting the chicken for 15 minutes is essential to retain juices.

Nutrition

Keywords: roasted chicken, herb butter, crispy skin, weeknight dinner, root vegetables, easy chicken recipe, family dinner

Find it online: https://crispcraving.com/crispy-herb-roasted-chicken-best-easy-weeknight-dinner/