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Oven-Roasted French Garlic Chicken

Oven-Roasted French Garlic Chicken: Cozy Comfort in Every Bite

Oven-Roasted French Garlic Chicken is a comforting classic that is easy to prepare, filled with succulent chicken and infused with garlic and herbs.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Resting Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 25 minutes
Servings: 4 pieces
Course: Chicken
Cuisine: French
Calories: 400
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 4 pieces Bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
  • to taste Sea Salt
  • to taste Ground Black Pepper
For the Aromatics
  • 2 tablespoons Avocado or Olive Oil For crispy skin.
  • 2 medium Shallots Thinly sliced.
  • 8 cloves Garlic Whole.
For the Herbs
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh Thyme Can substitute with oregano or basil.
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh Rosemary Can substitute with other herbs.
For the Liquid
  • 1 cup Chicken Broth Low-sodium recommended.
  • 1/2 cup White Wine Chardonnay or Pinot Grigio.

Equipment

  • Casserole Dish
  • oven

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (204°C) and line a casserole dish with foil.
  2. Spread sliced shallots in the dish, nestle half of garlic cloves, and sprinkle thyme and rosemary over.
  3. Drizzle chicken pieces with oil, season with salt and pepper, and arrange skin-side up on shallots, adding remaining garlic.
  4. Pour chicken broth and white wine around chicken, avoiding contact with skin.
  5. Roast uncovered in the oven for about 1 hour until skin is golden brown and reaches 165°F (74°C).
  6. Switch to broil mode for an additional 5-7 minutes for added crispiness, watching closely.
  7. Remove from oven, let rest for a few minutes, and serve with pan juices.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pieceCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 35gFat: 28gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 800IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Watch chicken closely while broiling and ensure even oil coating for crispy skin. If storing leftovers, cool before refrigerating in an airtight container.

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