Garlic-Roasted Chicken
This roasted chicken is one I usually serve as a "treat" supper on weekends. I'll also make it sometimes for company. Everyone says they love it—there rarely are any leftovers. —Michelle Bouchard, St. Jean-Baptiste, Manitoba6 ServingsPrep: 10 min. Bake: 40 min.
Ingredients
- 6 medium chicken drumsticks
- 6 bone-in chicken thighs (about 2-1/4 pounds), skin removed
- 6 medium potatoes, peeled and quartered
- 12 extra-large unpeeled garlic cloves
- 1/4 cup butter, melted
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 cup honey
Directions
- Place the chicken, potatoes and garlic in a large roasting pan. Pour
- butter over all and sprinkle with salt.
- Bake at 400° for 40-45 minutes or until a thermometer reaches
- 180°, basting frequently with the pan juices. Heat honey;
- drizzle over chicken. Remove the chicken, potatoes and garlic to a
- serving platter; keep warm. Pour drippings and loosened brown bits
- into a small bowl; skim fat. Serve with chicken, potatoes and
- garlic. Yield: 6 servings.
Wine: Full-Bodied White Wine: Enjoy this recipe with a full-bodied white wine such as Chardonnay or Viognier.