BAKED CHICKEN OPELOUSAS

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A nice Sunday dinner type of dish, this tender, Louisiana-spiced chicken is slowly cooked at a very low temperature, with frequent basting to ensure a delicious flavor and a wonderful browned color.

Provided by EdsGirlAngie

Categories     Chicken Breast

Time 3h45m

Yield 2-3 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 fryer chicken, halved or cut in pieces
1 teaspoon oregano
1 teaspoon thyme
1 teaspoon basil
3 tablespoons olive oil
1/2 cup chicken broth
1 clove garlic, sliced
1/2 teaspoon chili powder
3 tablespoons paprika
salt and pepper

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 300 degrees F.
  • Place chicken in a shallow baking dish.
  • Sprinkle with oregano, thyme and basil, then pour in combined olive oil and chicken broth.
  • Scatter garlic slices around chicken, then sprinkle with chili powder and paprika.
  • Season with salt and pepper, then bake uncovered in a 300 degree F oven for 3 to 3-1/2 hours.
  • Turn chicken over after the first 30 minutes; then after an hour, turn chicken again.
  • Continue to baste with pan juices every 30 minutes after that, until chicken is browned.

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