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French Roasted Chicken Quarters

Cozy, rustic chicken quarters roasted with garlic, shallots, herbs, white wine, and broth.
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French Roasted Chicken
Prep Time:10 minutes
Cook Time:1 hour
Total Time:1 hour 10 minutes

Ingredients

  • 3 medium shallots thinly sliced
  • 20 garlic cloves whole & peeled
  • Small bunch fresh thyme
  • 3 sprigs fresh rosemary
  • 2½-3 lbs bone-in skin-on chicken leg quarters
  • ¼ cup avocado or olive oil
  • Kosher salt & black pepper to taste
  • ½ cup chicken broth
  • ½ cup white wine such as Pinot Grigio
  • Mashed potatoes for serving

Instructions

  • Prep the Dish: Preheat oven to 400°F. Spread the sliced shallots evenly across the bottom of a large casserole dish or roasting pan. Scatter about half of the garlic cloves over the shallots, then add the thyme and rosemary on top.
  • Season the Chicken: Pat the chicken leg quarters dry with paper towels. Drizzle both sides with the oil and season generously with salt and black pepper. Place the chicken skin-side up over the shallots and garlic.
  • Add Remaining Garlic: Tuck the rest of the garlic cloves around and between the chicken pieces.
  • Add Wine & Broth: Pour the chicken broth and white wine around the edges of the pan (avoid pouring directly on the chicken so you don’t wash away the seasoning).
  • Roast: Roast uncovered for 55–65 minutes, or until the chicken skin is golden and crispy and the internal temperature reaches 165°F. For extra-crispy skin, broil the top for the last 5–7 minutes.
  • Baste: Remove from the oven and spoon the pan juices over the chicken to keep the skin glossy and the meat juicy.
  • Serve: Serve warm over mashed potatoes with plenty of the pan sauce, roasted garlic, and shallots.
Servings: 3