Chicken with 40 Cloves of Garlic

1. 1

   Rinse chicken thoroughly and pat try with paper towels.

2. 2

   Rub skin with 1 tablespoon olive oil.

3. 3

   Mix rub ingredients together and rub evenly over chicken including cavity.

4. 4

   Place lemon in cavity along with herb sprigs if used.

5. 5

   Refrigerate and allow to marinate for at least 2 hours.

6. 6

   In an oven proof casserole large enough to hold chicken, add remaining olive oil and garlic cloves and saute over medium heat for 3 to 4 minutes.

7. 7

   Add wine and stock and cook for 3 minutes longer.

8. 8

   Place chicken in casserole, cover and bake in a preheated 375F (190C) oven for 25 minutes.

9. 9

   Uncover, raise temperature to 450 degrees and bake for 40 to 50 minutes or until juices run clear when tested at thigh joint.

10. 10

    Be sure that there is always liquid in bottom of casserole.

11. 11

    If not add a little more wine or stock.

12. 12

    Remove chicken and cut into serving pieces.

13. 13

    Place on a warm platter, spoon pan juice over and top with minced basil.

14. 14

    Arrange garlic cloves around.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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