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Oven-Roasted French Garlic Chicken

Savory Oven-Roasted French Garlic Chicken for a Cozy Dinner

Enjoy Oven-Roasted French Garlic Chicken, an easy and flavorful dish perfect for dinners or special occasions.
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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: Dinner
Cuisine: French
Calories: 400
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Roasting
  • 1 roll Reynolds Wrap® Heavy Duty Foil Use to line the roasting pan for easier cleanup.
  • 2.5 to 3 lbs Bone-in, Skin-on Chicken Thighs or drumsticks can substitute.
  • 1/4 cup Avocado or Olive Oil Moisturizes chicken, can use other oils.
  • Sea Salt & Ground Black Pepper Essential for seasoning; adjust to taste.
For the Aromatic Base
  • 3 medium Shallots Thinly sliced; adds sweetness.
  • 20 to 25 cloves Garlic Cloves Whole or sliced as desired.
  • 1 bunch Fresh Thyme Enhances herbaceous flavor.
  • 3 to 4 sprigs Fresh Rosemary Dried rosemary can be used.
For Moisture & Flavor
  • 1/2 cup Chicken Broth Keeps chicken moist during roasting.
  • 1/2 cup White Wine Adds acidity and depth of flavor.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Casserole Dish
  • aluminum foil

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Oven-Roasted French Garlic Chicken
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (204°C) for optimal cooking.
  2. Line a large casserole dish with Reynolds Wrap® Heavy Duty Foil.
  3. Spread sliced shallots and half of the garlic cloves in the dish, then sprinkle thyme and rosemary.
  4. Drizzle chicken with oil, season, and arrange in the dish over the aromatic layer.
  5. Pour broth and white wine around the chicken.
  6. Roast uncovered for about 1 hour until skin is crispy and internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
  7. Let the chicken rest for a few minutes and serve with pan sauce.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 30gFat: 28gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 12gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 450mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days or freeze for 3 months. Reheat in the oven at 350°F (175°C) for 20-25 minutes.

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