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Garlic Lovers Baked Chicken

Garlic Lovers Baked Chicken

With this Garlic Lovers Baked Chicken, your kitchen will transform into a haven of irresistible aromas and rich flavors.

  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 4 1x

Ingredients

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4 boneless skinless chicken breasts, pounded to even thickness and brined in saltwater*

1/3 cup dry white wine

4 tablespoons salted butter, melted

2 tablespoons freshly-squeezed lemon juice

2 sprigs fresh thyme leaves (or 1 teaspoon dried thyme)

40 whole cloves garlic

Kosher salt and freshly-cracked black pepper

Optional toppings: finely-chopped fresh parsley, grated Parmesan, red pepper flakes, lemon slices

To brine your chicken: Fill a bowl with 1 quart warm water and 1/4 cup kosher salt. Stir to dissolve. Submerge chicken for 15 minutes, then rinse and pat dry.

Instructions

  • Preheat the Oven: Set oven to 450°F. Prepare your baking dish by lightly greasing it with butter or oil.

  • Mix the Sauce: In a bowl, whisk white wine, melted butter, lemon juice, and thyme. Reserve 1 tablespoon of this mixture in a small bowl.

  • Prepare Garlic: Add the 40 cloves of garlic to the large bowl of sauce. Toss until evenly coated.

  • Arrange the Dish: Place chicken breasts in a single layer in the baking dish. Pour the garlic and sauce mixture around the chicken, spreading garlic evenly.

  • Top with Reserved Sauce: Brush the reserved tablespoon of mixture over the chicken. Season generously with salt and pepper.

  • Bake the Chicken: Bake uncovered for 15–18 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F. For extra browning, broil on high for the final 3–5 minutes. Watch closely to prevent garlic from burning.

  • Rest the Chicken: Remove from oven and cover loosely with foil. Let rest for 5–10 minutes.

  • Serve: Spoon garlic and lemon-butter sauce over the chicken. Garnish with parsley, Parmesan, or lemon slices if desired.

  • Author: Sanji
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes