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Easy Oven-Roasted French Garlic Chicken Recipe

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This Easy Oven-Roasted French Garlic Chicken is a flavorful and aromatic dish featuring bone-in, skin-on chicken roasted with whole garlic cloves, shallots, fresh thyme, rosemary, and a splash of chicken broth. Perfectly roasted at 400°F, the chicken turns golden and crispy, while the pan sauce created during roasting adds moisture and rich flavor. Ideal for a hearty family meal, this recipe pairs beautifully with mashed potatoes, roasted vegetables, or rice dishes.

Ingredients

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Chicken and Seasoning

  • 2 1/2 to 3 lbs bone-in, skin-on chicken (thighs, drumsticks, or leg quarters)
  • 1/4 cup avocado or olive oil
  • Sea salt & ground black pepper (to taste)

Vegetables and Herbs

  • 3 medium shallots, thinly sliced
  • 20 to 25 garlic cloves, whole
  • Small bunch of fresh thyme
  • 3 to 4 sprigs fresh rosemary

Other Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup chicken broth
  • Reynolds Wrap® Heavy Duty Foil (for lining the casserole dish)

Instructions

  1. Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (204°C) to ensure it’s hot and ready when you start roasting the chicken.
  2. Prepare the Roasting Pan: Line a large casserole dish with Reynolds Wrap® Heavy Duty Foil for easy cleanup and safe roasting.
  3. Prepare the Flavor Base: Spread the thinly sliced shallots evenly on the bottom of the foil-lined casserole dish. Add half of the whole garlic cloves over the shallots. Sprinkle fresh thyme and rosemary evenly across the bottom.
  4. Season the Chicken: Place the chicken pieces skin side up on top of the shallots and garlic. Drizzle generously with avocado or olive oil on both sides of each piece. Season thoroughly with sea salt and ground black pepper.
  5. Add Herbs and Remaining Garlic: Sprinkle more fresh thyme over the chicken pieces and distribute the remaining garlic cloves around the chicken in the pan.
  6. Add Chicken Broth: Pour the chicken broth carefully along the edges of the pan to avoid washing off the seasoning from the chicken.
  7. Roast the Chicken: Roast uncovered in the preheated oven at 400°F (204°C) for approximately 1 hour, or until the skin is golden and crispy and the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
  8. Optional Broiling for Extra Crispiness: For extra crispy and darker skin, turn on the oven broiler for the last 5 to 7 minutes of roasting. Watch carefully to prevent burning.
  9. Rest and Serve: Remove the chicken from the oven. Use a spoon to drizzle the pan sauce over the chicken to keep it moist and flavorful before serving.
  10. Serve with Side Dishes: Pair this French garlic chicken with mashed potatoes, roasted potatoes, potato gratin, pasta, or rice for a complete and satisfying meal.

Notes

  • Ensure the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) for safe consumption.
  • Using the heavy-duty foil-lined pan makes cleanup quick and easy.
  • Adjust the amount of garlic cloves according to your taste preference.
  • To deepen flavor, marinate the chicken with oil, garlic, and herbs for a few hours before roasting (optional).
  • Keep an eye on the chicken during broiling to avoid burning the skin.
  • Leftover pan sauce can be spooned over the cooked chicken or served as a dipping sauce.

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