Hi Kevin,
You are on your way just by joining the forum...
Think of something simple your girlfriend likes to eat
and have a go. I am sure she will be impressed by the
effort even if it is not perfect first time.
Well done and good luck
If the object is to have moist chicken I can't see that helping and I for one don't want greasy chicken.
I cook my chicken or turkey on a rack above water. Yes, true. The bird does not sit in the grease or fat and is always juicy and tender.
I am surprised that you don't find a difference between fresh and dried.
I tend to use them as if they are different herbs altogether with the fresh leaves
in quick stir fry dishes for example.