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Oven-Roasted French Garlic Chicken

Flavorful Oven-Roasted French Garlic Chicken for Easy Dinners

Discover the charm of Oven-Roasted French Garlic Chicken—a simple yet elegant dish perfect for weeknight dinners.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: French
Calories: 380
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 2.5-3 lbs bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs, drumsticks, or leg quarters
  • Sea Salt Adjust according to preference
  • Ground Black Pepper Adjust according to preference
For the Aromatics
  • 3 medium Shallots Thinly sliced
  • 20-25 whole cloves Garlic Adjust for milder taste
  • 1 small bunch Fresh Thyme Dried thyme can be used as a substitute
  • 3-4 sprigs Fresh Rosemary Use dried rosemary sparingly as a substitute
For Cooking
  • 1/4 cup Avocado or Olive Oil Other neutral oils can work
  • 1/2 cup Chicken Broth Vegetable broth for vegetarian option
  • 1/2 cup White Wine Chardonnay or Pinot Grigio, or substitute with lemon juice mixed with broth

Equipment

  • Oven
  • casserole dish
  • Aluminum foil

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (204°C). Gather all your ingredients.
  2. Line a large casserole dish with aluminum foil for easy cleanup.
  3. Spread the sliced shallots and half of the garlic cloves evenly across the bottom of the dish.
  4. Place the chicken on top, drizzle with oil, and season generously with salt and pepper.
  5. Sprinkle thyme and rosemary over the chicken and add the remaining garlic cloves around.
  6. Pour the chicken broth and white wine along the edges of the dish.
  7. Roast in the oven for about 1 hour, until the skin is golden brown and the internal temperature is 165°F (74°C).
  8. Broil the chicken for an additional 5 to 7 minutes to enhance crispiness.
  9. Serve with pan sauce and your favorite sides like roasted potatoes or pasta.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 380kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 24gFat: 31gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 20gCholesterol: 110mgSodium: 650mgPotassium: 550mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 5IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 8mg

Notes

Ensure chicken is dried before seasoning for best crispy skin. Adjust garlic cloves for desired intensity. Marinate for deeper flavor if possible.

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