Preheat your oven to 400°F (204°C).

In a medium bowl, combine the room temperature unsalted butter, chopped parsley, pressed garlic, lemon zest, dried thyme, rosemary, basil, kosher salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper. Mix until fully blended.

Place the unhusked corn directly on the oven rack or on a baking sheet. Roast for 35–40 minutes, turning halfway through.

Carefully remove the corn from the oven and peel back the husks to expose the kernels. Slather with garlic herb butter.

Serve immediately, garnished with additional chopped parsley and a sprinkle of smoked paprika if desired.