This classic French dish is a must-try for garlic lovers. The chicken becomes incredibly tender and flavorful as it cooks with the garlic cloves, resulting in a savory and aromatic dish that will impress your family and friends. It's perfect for a cozy dinner at home or a special occasion.
Ingredients
- 1 whole chicken, cut into pieces
- 40 garlic cloves, peeled
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 1/2 cup white wine
- 1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves
- Salt and pepper to taste
Directions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F.
- Season the chicken pieces with salt and pepper.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Brown the chicken pieces on all sides until golden brown.
- Transfer the chicken to a roasting pan or Dutch oven.
- Add the garlic cloves to the skillet and cook for 1-2 minutes.
- Deglaze the skillet with white wine, scraping up any browned bits.
- Pour the wine and garlic over the chicken in the roasting pan.
- Add chicken broth and thyme leaves to the pan.
- Cover the pan with foil and bake in the oven for 1 hour.
- Remove the foil and continue baking for another 30 minutes, until the chicken is cooked through and the garlic is soft and caramelized.
- Serve the chicken and garlic cloves with crusty bread or mashed potatoes.
Interesting Facts
The use of 40 cloves of garlic may sound excessive, but the garlic becomes mild and sweet after roasting with the chicken.
This dish is a great way to infuse garlic flavor into the chicken without it being overpowering.