Oven-Roasted French Garlic Chicken for Cozy Dinners
Rustic and aromatic oven-roasted French garlic chicken made with whole cloves of garlic, fresh herbs, and a touch of white wine. Juicy, golden, and deeply savory.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
- Yield: 4–6 servings 1x
Ingredients
Scale
1 whole chicken (3.5–4 lbs) or 3 lbs bone-in, skin-on thighs
2 heads garlic, cloves peeled
2 tbsp olive oil
2 tbsp butter
4–6 sprigs fresh thyme
2–3 sprigs fresh rosemary
1/2 cup dry white wine or chicken broth
Salt and black pepper, to taste
Optional: lemon wedges for roasting
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F.
- Season chicken with salt and pepper. Stuff with garlic, herbs, and lemon.
- Place garlic cloves and remaining herbs in roasting pan. Add wine or broth.
- Set chicken on top. Brush with olive oil.
- Roast for 1 hr 15 min to 1 hr 30 min (or 45 min for pieces), until internal temp is 165°F.
- Baste once or twice. For crispy skin, increase heat to 425°F for last 10 min.
- Rest 10 min. Serve with pan juices and garlic.
Notes
Use chicken thighs for a faster cook time. Add cream or mustard to pan juices for variation. Serve with bread, potatoes, or salad.