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Roasted Garlic Butter Chicken

Irresistible Roasted Garlic Butter Chicken to Wow Your Family

This Roasted Garlic Butter Chicken combines garlic, butter, and juicy chicken for an unforgettable family dinner.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 35 minutes
Servings: 4 portions
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 380
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Marinade
  • 80 g Unsalted Butter Adds richness and helps achieve crispy skin.
  • 1.5 tsp Sea Salt Flakes Enhances flavor; substitute with table salt as needed.
  • 0.25 tsp Black Pepper Adds subtle heat; use freshly cracked for better results.
  • 1 tbsp Fresh Minced Garlic Provides savory flavor; fresh is preferred.
  • 1 tbsp Honey Adds sweetness and promotes browning.
  • 2 tsp Thyme Leaves Adds herbal notes; alternatives include oregano or mixed Italian herbs.
For the Chicken
  • 1.25 kg Bone-in, Skin-on Chicken Thigh Cutlets The main protein, can substitute with drumsticks.
  • 0.5 cup Chicken Stock Keeps chicken moist; ensure gluten-free if needed.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Mixing Bowl
  • roasting pan
  • Meat Thermometer

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 200°C (400°F).
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine the unsalted butter, sea salt flakes, black pepper, minced garlic, honey, and thyme leaves. Mix until well combined and creamy.
  3. Coat the chicken thigh cutlets with the garlic butter marinade, ensuring thorough coverage. Marinate for at least 30 minutes or up to 48 hours.
  4. Arrange the marinated chicken cutlets skin-side up in a roasting pan. Pour chicken stock into the pan.
  5. Roast for about 60 minutes, checking that the internal temperature reaches 75°C (165°F).
  6. For extra crispiness, switch to broil mode for 2-3 minutes at the end of roasting.
  7. Let the chicken rest for a few minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pieceCalories: 380kcalCarbohydrates: 3gProtein: 24gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 700mgPotassium: 350mgSugar: 1gVitamin A: 700IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

Marinating the chicken enhances the flavors. Pair with sides like mashed potatoes or salad for a complete meal.

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