Spring Garlic Herb Chicken (Printable)
Tender chicken marinated with spring garlic, herbs, and lemon for a juicy, flavorful roast.
# What You'll Need:
→ Chicken
01 - 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
02 - 2 tbsp olive oil
03 - 1 tsp kosher salt
04 - ½ tsp freshly ground black pepper
→ Marinade
05 - 3 tbsp fresh spring garlic minced
06 - 2 tbsp fresh parsley chopped
07 - 1 tbsp fresh thyme leaves
08 - 1 tbsp fresh rosemary chopped
09 - Zest and juice of 1 lemon
10 - 1 tsp honey
→ Garnish
11 - 2 tbsp fresh chives finely chopped
12 - Lemon wedges
# Directions:
01 - Whisk together olive oil, minced spring garlic, parsley, thyme, rosemary, lemon zest and juice, honey, salt, and pepper in a large bowl until well combined.
02 - Add chicken breasts to the marinade, turning to coat evenly. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, or up to 2 hours for deeper flavor penetration.
03 - Preheat oven to 400°F.
04 - Place marinated chicken breasts in a baking dish. Pour any remaining marinade over the top of the chicken.
05 - Roast for 25 to 30 minutes until chicken is cooked through and internal temperature reaches 165°F. Juices should run clear when pierced.
06 - Remove from oven and let chicken rest for 5 minutes to allow juices to redistribute.
07 - Slice chicken and garnish with fresh chives and lemon wedges before serving.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- The spring garlic brings a milder, almost floral sweetness that regular garlic cant match
- Marinating ahead means actual dinner time is practically hands off
02 -
- Skip the longer marinating time if you are using regular garlic instead of spring garlic
- An instant read thermometer is worth every penny to avoid dry, overcooked chicken
03 -
- Pat the chicken completely dry before adding it to the marinade for better adherence
- Bring the chicken to room temperature for even cooking, about 15 to 20 minutes