GARLIC ROASTED CHICKEN

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This recipe is deceptively simple, yet it never fails to get rave reviews from family and friends alike. Any leftovers can be reheated for another night's meal.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h50m

Yield 3-4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 broiler/fryer chicken (3 pounds)
1/2 cup white wine or chicken broth, divided
1 to 2 lime wedges
2 garlic cloves, peeled
1 bay leaf
Thyme sprig, optional
1/4 teaspoon paprika
1 tablespoon cornstarch
1 teaspoon chicken bouillon granules
2 tablespoons sherry or apple juice

Steps:

  • Place chicken breast side up on a rack in a roasting pan. In a bowl, combine 1/4 cup wine or broth, lime wedges, garlic, bay leaf and thyme. Pour into cavity of chicken. Pour remaining wine or broth in roasting pan. Sprinkle chicken with paprika. Loosely tent with foil. Bake at 375° for 45 minutes, basting occasionally. Remove foil; bake 40-45 minutes longer or until juices run clear and a thermometer reads 180°, basting occasionally. Add additional wine or broth to pan of liquid evaporates. , Discard bay leaf and lime wedges. Remove chicken to a serving platter and let stand for 10 minutes before carving. Pour drippings and loosened brown bits into a measuring cup. Skim fat. In a saucepan, combine the cornstarch, bouillon and sherry or juice until smooth. Gradually stir in drippings. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Serve gravy with chicken.

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