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Oven-Roasted French Garlic Chicken

Oven-Roasted French Garlic Chicken: A Juicy Flavor Bomb

Oven-Roasted French Garlic Chicken is a flavor-packed dish featuring tender chicken, aromatic garlic, and sweet shallots, perfect for impressing guests.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Resting Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: French
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 2.5 - 3 lbs Bone-in, Skin-on Chicken Can substitute with chicken thighs or drumsticks for more moisture.
  • 0.25 cup Avocado or Olive Oil Adds richness and helps achieve crispy skin; other oils work too.
  • Sea Salt Enhance the flavor; adjust according to your taste preferences.
  • Ground Black Pepper Enhance the flavor; adjust according to your taste preferences.
For the Flavor
  • 3 medium Shallots Thinly sliced; bring subtle sweetness.
  • 20 - 25 whole Garlic Cloves Infuse robust flavor while roasting into sweet mellowness.
  • 1 bunch Fresh Thyme Provides earthy aroma; dried thyme is a good substitute in smaller amounts.
  • 3 - 4 sprigs Fresh Rosemary Imparts bold flavor; swap with dried rosemary if fresh is unavailable.
For the Sauce
  • 0.5 cup Chicken Broth Adds richness to the sauce; low-sodium options are available.
  • 0.5 cup White Wine Chardonnay or Pinot Grigio; feel free to substitute with more broth if preferred.

Equipment

  • casserole dish

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (204°C) and line a casserole dish with heavy-duty foil.
  2. Spread the thinly sliced shallots evenly across the bottom of the dish, followed by half of the garlic cloves, and sprigs of thyme and rosemary.
  3. Drizzle oil over the chicken, season with salt and pepper, then place in the dish and scatter remaining garlic and thyme on top.
  4. Pour chicken broth and white wine around the chicken, allowing it to seep through the shallots and garlic.
  5. Roast uncovered in the oven for about 1 hour until the skin is golden-brown and the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
  6. Let the chicken rest for a few minutes before serving, spooning pan juices over it.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pieceCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 40gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 9gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 18gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 7mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Ensure the chicken is evenly coated with oil and seasonings for maximum flavor. A meat thermometer is recommended to check doneness at 165°F (74°C).

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