Basil is one of the very best herbs to have on hand. Add it to caprese salads and pizzas or use it to make a bright batch of pesto.
Mint is a natural choice for container gardening as it can run wild when planted outdoors. Give your indoor mint rich soil and frequent waterings.
Rosemary is a sturdy, shrub-like herb that grows very well indoors. It does best in the same growing conditions as basil, so you can even plant them together
Don't overpay at the grocery store for a tiny package of cut chives they're easily one of the best herbs to grow indoors! Sow seeds directly in a pot placed in the sunniest spot in your house.
Make a parsley butter to add to grilled meats, mince and stir the leaves into cooked rice or whip up a batch of spicy chimichurri sauce!
Oregano is a surprisingly easy and hardy herb to grow, and the fresh leaves have a beautiful scent.
In addition to being a beautiful indoor plant, fresh thyme is so much more fragrant and potent than dried.