Garlic Clove Chicken

Elevate your weeknight dinners with Garlic Clove Chicken, a rich and aromatic dish that transforms simple ingredients into a gourmet experience. Perfectly seared bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs are braised in a luscious pan sauce made with butter, chicken broth, and optional white wine, while 20 whole garlic cloves infuse the dish with a deep, caramelized sweetness. Fresh thyme sprigs add a fragrant herbal note, making this recipe the ultimate comfort meal for cozy evenings. Ready in just under an hour, this one-pan dish is as practical as it is flavorful. Serve it with creamy mashed potatoes, fluffy rice, or crusty bread to soak up every drop of the velvety garlic-infused sauce. If you're looking for an elegant yet easy chicken recipe, Garlic Clove Chicken is sure to be your new favorite.

Nutriscore Rating: 63/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 6 pieces bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
• 20 whole garlic cloves
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 0.5 cups chicken broth
• 0.5 cups dry white wine (optional)
• 5 sprigs fresh thyme sprigs
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoons black pepper
• 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour (optional, for thickening)

Directions

Step 1

Pat the chicken thighs dry with a paper towel and season both sides with salt and black pepper.

Step 2

In a large skillet or Dutch oven, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the chicken thighs skin-side down and sear until golden brown, about 4-5 minutes. Flip and sear the other side for another 3 minutes. Remove the chicken and set aside.

Step 3

Reduce the heat to medium and add the butter to the skillet. Once melted, add the whole garlic cloves and sauté until they are golden and fragrant, about 2-3 minutes.

Step 4

Deglaze the skillet with chicken broth and, if using, white wine. Scrape the bottom of the pan with a wooden spoon to release any browned bits.

Step 5

Return the chicken thighs to the skillet, skin-side up. Add fresh thyme sprigs, ensuring they are evenly distributed in the pan.

Step 6

Cover the skillet with a lid and reduce the heat to low. Simmer for 30-35 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through with an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).

Step 7

If you prefer a thicker sauce, remove the chicken once cooked and whisk in the all-purpose flour, simmering for 2-3 minutes until the sauce thickens.

Step 8

Serve the Garlic Clove Chicken hot, topped with the pan sauce and roasted garlic cloves. Pair with mashed potatoes, rice, or crusty bread to soak up the flavorful sauce.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1273.9 grams (1273.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2746

Total Fat 206.90g	265%
Saturated Fat 62.50g	313%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.70g
Cholesterol 791mg	264%
Sodium 3396mg	148%
Total Carbohydrate 30.90g	11%
Dietary Fiber 3.00g	11%
Total Sugars 1.40g
Protein 169.30g	339%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 248mg	19%
Iron 11mg	59%
Potassium 2485mg	53%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 69.9%

Protein: 25.4%

Carbs: 4.6%