This recipe calls for a quartered chicken, but you can use three pounds of thighs, breasts, or drumsticks if you prefer.
Ingredients
Makes 4 servings
Step 1
Mix rosemary, half of garlic, and 2 tablespoons oil in a small bowl; rub over flesh side of chicken. Cover; chill 1–12 hours.
Step 2
Place a rack in lower third of oven; preheat to 400°F. Pat skin side of chicken dry; season with salt and pepper. Heat remaining 1 tablespoon oil in a large ovenproof skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken, skin side down, and cook until golden brown, about 5 minutes.
Step 3
Transfer to oven; roast until an instant-read thermometer inserted in the thickest part of thigh registers 165°F, 20–25 minutes. Transfer chicken, skin side up, to a plate.
Step 4
Cook shallot, thyme, and remaining half of garlic in skillet, stirring occasionally, until softened, about 2 minutes. Add broth and cook, scraping up browned bits, until reduced by half, about 3 minutes. Gradually whisk in butter. Serve chicken with pan sauce.
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Reviews (5)
Back to TopBeen making this for years, I do brown both sides and add a bit of a heavier allowance for seasoning than suggested. But it's a great dish and a very good base to build off of.
Mike M
Calgary, AB
2/23/2022
This was yummy even though I was unable to use any fresh herbs and had boneless thighs. Therefore there was no need to roast. Naturally, I thoroughly browned both sides. I also added a little half and half to the sauce at the end. I find that I tend to use more robust flavors and appreciated the change up with this recipe! I couldn’t believe how simple this was and we really enjoyed it!
jonell
Anaheim, CA
12/19/2019
Good flavor. Good methodology. Did brown both sides though before I put in the oven.
jsbjk
Winnetka, IL
1/4/2017
Made this using thighs and legs. I did brown on both sides. Was the best chicken dish I have made in a long time. Will definitely make it again.
nancy484
homosassa, Fl 34446
12/4/2013
Next time I would up the seasoning and brown both sides of the chicken parts before placing in oven
marionarlene
Brentwood, TN
11/29/2013
