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Easy, Oven-Roasted French Garlic Chicken

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Easy, oven-roasted French garlic chicken is a rustic dish featuring bone-in chicken pieces roasted with whole garlic cloves, herbs, and white wine. The result is a fragrant, juicy, and comforting meal with golden, crispy skin and tender garlic-infused meat.

  • Author: Ella
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 45 minutes
  • Total Time: 1 hour
  • Yield: 4 servings
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Roasting
  • Cuisine: French
  • Diet: Low Lactose

Ingredients

  • 4 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs or drumsticks
  • 1 head of garlic, cloves peeled (about 10–12 cloves)
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1/2 cup dry white wine
  • 1/2 cup chicken broth
  • 2–3 sprigs fresh rosemary or thyme
  • Salt to taste
  • Black pepper to taste
  • Optional: 1 tbsp lemon juice

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. In an oven-safe skillet or roasting dish, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add garlic cloves and sauté until just golden, about 2 minutes.
  3. Season chicken with salt and pepper. Place skin-side up in the pan over the garlic.
  4. Add fresh herbs to the pan and pour in the wine and chicken broth, letting the liquid pool around the chicken without covering it.
  5. Roast uncovered for 40–45 minutes, basting once or twice with pan juices.
  6. If desired, broil for 2–3 minutes at the end for extra crispy skin.
  7. Optionally, squeeze lemon juice over the chicken before serving for added brightness.

Notes

  • Use bone-in chicken for deeper flavor and juiciness.
  • Peeled garlic cloves ensure even roasting and easier incorporation into pan sauce.
  • Add vegetables like potatoes or carrots to make it a one-pan meal.
  • Substitute wine with extra broth and a splash of vinegar if needed.

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