Baked Garlic Chicken
This baked garlic chicken is juicy, tender, and packed with rich garlic flavor. Made with simple ingredients, this easy baked garlic chicken recipe is perfect for quick weeknight dinners or comforting family meals.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 35–40 minutes
- Total Time: 45–55 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Western / Comfort Food
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
- Chicken pieces (thighs, drumsticks, or breasts)
- Garlic (minced)
- Olive oil
- Butter (melted)
- Lemon juice
- Salt
- Black pepper
- Paprika
- Dried herbs (thyme, rosemary, or oregano)
- Chicken broth
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Arrange chicken pieces in a single layer in a baking dish.
- In a bowl, mix garlic, olive oil, melted butter, lemon juice, salt, pepper, paprika, and herbs.
- Pour the garlic mixture evenly over the chicken.
- Add a small amount of chicken broth to the bottom of the dish.
- Bake uncovered for 35–45 minutes, until chicken is golden and cooked through.
- Baste with pan juices halfway through cooking.
- Optional: Broil for a few minutes at the end for crispy skin.
- Let rest for a few minutes before serving.
Notes
Use bone-in chicken for juicier results.Basting helps enhance flavor and moisture.Adjust garlic amount to taste.Add vegetables to make it a one-pan meal.
Find it online: https://cookibly.com/baked-garlic-chicken/
