40 CLOVE GARLIC CHICKEN

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I got this recipe from the local newspaper and the chicken is so moist and full of sweet garlic flavor. I always serve with a loaf of french bread and spread the garlic on the bread like butter. It is to die for!

Provided by KLBoyle

Categories     Chicken

Time 1h10m

Yield 3-4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 whole roasting chicken, cut into pieces
3 whole heads of garlic
1 tablespoon butter
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 1/2 cups dry white wine
3 tablespoons cognac
2 tablespoons heavy cream
2 tablespoons flour
1 tablespoon fresh thyme leave
1 tablespoon salt
1 tablespoon pepper

Steps:

  • Boil garlic cloves for 60 seconds. Drain & peel.
  • Season chicken liberally with salt and pepper.
  • Heat butter and olive oil in large pan over med-high heat.
  • Saute chicken skin side down first until brown, about 4 minute Turn over with tongs (do not pierce skin) and brown on other side, another 4-5 minute.
  • When chicken is brown, transfer to plate.
  • Add garlic cloves to pan and saute 5-10 minute until evenly browned.
  • Add wine and 2 tbs. cognac, bring to a simmer and scrape bottom of pan.
  • Return chicken to pan and spirinkle with thyme.
  • Cover and simmer about 30 minute or until chicken is cooked through.
  • Remove chicken to platter and keep warm.
  • In a small bowl, whisk together flour and 1/2 cup sauce from pan then whisk it back into pan.
  • Add cream and last tbs. of cognac. Cook 3 minute and add Salt and pepper to taste.
  • Pour sauce and garlic over chicken and serve hot.

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