Oven-Roasted French Garlic Chicken for Easy Dinners
A rustic French-style roasted chicken dish featuring golden skin, mellow roasted garlic, fresh herbs, and lemon. Perfect for cozy dinners or elegant entertaining.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45–55 minutes
- Total Time: 60–75 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4–6 1x
Ingredients
6–8 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs or legs
2 heads garlic, cloves separated (unpeeled)
1 lemon, sliced
2–3 sprigs fresh thyme
2 sprigs rosemary
1–2 shallots or ½ onion, sliced (optional)
½ cup dry white wine or chicken broth
1 tbsp olive oil
Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
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Preheat oven to 375°F.
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Pat chicken dry, season with salt and pepper.
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Optional: Sear chicken in oil, skin-side down, for 3–4 minutes per side.
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Place garlic, herbs, lemon, and shallots in roasting pan.
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Nestle chicken on top. Pour wine/broth around edges.
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Roast uncovered for 45–55 minutes, basting once or twice.
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Let rest 5–10 minutes. Serve with garlic cloves and pan juices.
Notes
Add vegetables to the pan for a one-pot meal. For cream sauce, stir in cream or butter after roasting. Freeze leftovers for easy future meals.