40 Cloves of Garlic Roast Chicken Recipe

Name: 40 Cloves of Garlic Roast Chicken
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 whole Roasting Chicken (4 To 5 Pounds); 40 cloves Garlic, Peeled; Fresh Oregano To Taste; 3 Carrots, Peeled And Sliced Into Chunks; 1 Onion, Peeled And Sliced Into Chunks; 1 pound Baby Potatoes, To Serve On The Side (optional); Kosher Salt To Taste; Pepper To Taste; 1 cup Chicken Broth; Extra Virgin Olive Oil For Drizzling

Servings: persons

1
Preheat your oven to 400 degrees F. Clean your chicken and pat it dry.
2
Place all the garlic cloves inside the chicken cavity, along with a few sprigs of fresh oregano.
3
Truss your chicken.
4
Line the Dutch oven with parchment paper for easier cleanup, if desired.
5
Place carrot and onion pieces in the bottom of the Dutch oven.
6
Place the chicken in the Dutch oven on top of the vegetables.
7
If roasting potatoes, place them around the chicken in the Dutch oven.
8
Season the chicken with salt and pepper.
9
Pour broth into the Dutch oven.
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Place the lid on.
11
Place the chicken into the oven and let it roast for about 2 hours, till the internal temperature reaches at least 170 degrees F (use a meat thermometer to check for doneness).
12
The roasting time will vary based on the size of your birdyou want it to roast till its well cooked, but not so long that it dries out.
13
I recommend basting every 15 minutes with the broth and pan juices.
14
During the last 15-20 minutes of roasting, drizzle the chicken skin with olive oil; this will help it turn dark and crispy.
15
Remove and let stand before carving.
16
Carve and serve with a smile.
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Tips and tricks: You can add honey over the chicken if desired.
18
This adds extra sweetness, but will make the skin turn quite black.
19
You can use any type of a kosher sauce over top as well.

313

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Protein

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 whole Roasting Chicken (4 To 5 Pounds), 40 cloves Garlic, Peeled, Fresh Oregano To Taste, 3 Carrots, Peeled And Sliced Into Chunks, and more.

Yes, 40 Cloves of Garlic Roast Chicken falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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40 Cloves of Garlic Roast Chicken

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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