40 Garlic Clove Chicken

This recipe for 40 cloves of garlic chicken is a delightful French-inspired dish featuring succulent chicken thighs in a luscious garlic-infused sauce, perfect for dipping bread or serving with mashed potatoes.

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Drawing inspiration from traditional French cuisine, this dish of 40 cloves of garlic chicken offers a simplified yet elegant meal. The chicken thighs turn golden and juicy, complemented by a buttery, garlic-infused sauce.

Cooking the garlic cloves slowly enhances their flavor, creating a rich and aromatic sauce that pairs beautifully with a crusty baguette, mashed potatoes, or even a low-carb cauliflower mash.

Whether for a busy weeknight dinner or a special occasion, this chicken dish is sure to impress! Tip: It’s a perfect main course for a cozy Thanksgiving or Christmas meal.

👩‍🍳 If you enjoy this recipe, be sure to try my garlic Parmesan chicken skewers, garlic and parmesan chicken pasta, pecan-crusted chicken, honey garlic lemon pepper chicken thighs, or garlic chicken soup.

Ingredients:

Here’s what you’ll need for this delectable 40 cloves of garlic chicken recipe. Find detailed measurements in the recipe card below.

• Chicken thighs: Juicy and tender, skin-on thighs add extra flavor when seared. Leftover chicken can be used in chicken salad wraps.
• Garlic cloves: The star of this dish, 40 garlic cloves create a creamy, flavorful sauce as they cook. Pre-peeled garlic cloves can save you time on prep.
• Butter & olive oil: Butter adds richness, while olive oil is ideal for searing the chicken, resulting in a silky sauce.
• Broth & white wine: These ingredients add depth to the sauce and aid in deglazing the pan. You can use more broth instead of wine if preferred.
• Fresh thyme or dried thyme: Earthy and aromatic, thyme pairs perfectly with garlic and chicken.
• Salt & black pepper: Simple seasonings to enhance the flavors—freshly ground pepper offers a hint of spice.

How To Make 40 Cloves Garlic Chicken:

Follow these step-by-step instructions to create this mouthwatering 40 cloves garlic chicken dish. Complete recipe and nutritional information are provided below.

• Season chicken thighs with salt on both sides.
• Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat and sear chicken thighs for 3-4 minutes on each side. Set aside.
• In the same skillet, add butter, garlic cloves, and thyme, sautéing for 3-4 minutes until garlic is lightly charred.
• Pour in broth and white wine, simmer briefly to deglaze the skillet.
• Return chicken to the skillet, skin-side up, cover, and simmer for 5 minutes. Uncover and cook for additional 5-8 minutes until sauce reduces by half.
• Sprinkle with black pepper, garnish with extra thyme, and serve hot.

Recipe Tips:

• Garlic shortcut: Save time with pre-peeled garlic cloves.
• Bone-in thighs: Cooking bone-in thighs? Extend cooking time until fully done.
• Broth or wine: Substitute more broth for wine if preferred.
• Extra herbs: Try rosemary or sage for a different herb flavor.

Serving Suggestions:

This garlic chicken dish pairs wonderfully with crusty garlic bread or a baguette to soak up the buttery sauce. Serve with mashed potatoes or cauliflower mash for a classic touch, or accompany with roasted vegetables for a hearty meal. It also complements rice or quinoa for a unique twist.

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