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Oven-Roasted French Garlic Chicken

Savory Oven-Roasted French Garlic Chicken That's Simply Irresistible

This Oven-Roasted French Garlic Chicken is a flavorful and easy dish that will impress anyone at your dinner table.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Resting Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 25 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Chicken
Cuisine: French
Calories: 400
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 2.5 to 3 lbs bone-in, skin-on chicken Provides rich flavor and moisture; can substitute with chicken breasts, adjusting cooking time as needed.
  • to taste sea salt Enhances overall flavor.
  • to taste ground black pepper Enhances overall flavor.
For the Aromatics
  • 3 medium shallots thinly sliced; adds a mild sweetness.
  • 20 to 25 whole garlic cloves Imparts robust garlic flavor.
  • 1 small bunch fresh thyme Offers aromatic contrast.
  • 3 to 4 sprigs fresh rosemary Adds earthy note.
For Cooking
  • 1/4 cup avocado or olive oil Provides fat for moisture.
  • 1/2 cup chicken broth Adds moisture and depth.
  • 1/2 cup white wine Enhances flavor complexity.

Equipment

  • Casserole Dish
  • Meat Thermometer

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (204°C).
  2. Line a large casserole dish with Reynolds Wrap® Heavy Duty Foil.
  3. Spread the thinly sliced shallots and half of the garlic cloves across the bottom of the prepared dish. Sprinkle fresh thyme and rosemary on top.
  4. Arrange the chicken on top, drizzle with oil, and add salt and pepper. Scatter remaining garlic cloves on top.
  5. Pour chicken broth and white wine around the edges, avoiding the chicken.
  6. Roast uncovered for approximately 1 hour or until the skin turns golden brown and a meat thermometer reads 165°F (74°C).
  7. Let the chicken rest for a few minutes before serving. Drizzle the savory pan sauce over the chicken.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 38gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 700mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 15IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Opt for bone-in, skin-on chicken for maximum flavor. Fresh herbs are preferred. Monitor temperature with a meat thermometer for best results.

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