Baked Chicken with Onions, Garlic & Rosemary ๐
Description: Your kitchen will smell heavenly while this dish is baking! Serve with a green vegetable &/or salad & crusty bread or rolls.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Servings: 5
- Calories per serving: 750.3
Ingredients:
- 3 1/2 – 4 1/2 pounds chicken parts
- Salt, to taste
- Pepper, to taste
- 3 onions, sliced into rings
- 6-12 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil, plus extra for drizzling
- 4 sprigs fresh rosemary (or 2 teaspoons dried rosemary)
Instructions:
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Preheat Oven: Position oven rack in the center of the oven and preheat to 400ยฐF (200ยฐC).
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Prepare Chicken: Rinse chicken parts and pat dry with paper towels. Season liberally with salt and pepper.
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Prepare Onion Mixture: In a large bowl, toss together onion rings, minced garlic, 2 tablespoons of olive oil, and rosemary.
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Layer Onion Mixture: Spread half of the onion mixture in a shallow baking dish or roasting pan just large enough to hold the chicken pieces in a single layer.
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Arrange Chicken: Place the chicken pieces skin-side up on top of the onion mixture in the baking dish.
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Cover with Onion Mixture: Cover the chicken pieces with the remaining onion mixture, ensuring they are well coated.
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Drizzle with Olive Oil: Drizzle an additional 2 tablespoons of olive oil over the chicken and onion mixture.
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Bake: Bake in the preheated oven until the chicken is cooked through and golden brown, approximately 45-55 minutes.
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Serve: Once cooked, remove from the oven and let it rest for a few minutes before serving.
This Baked Chicken with Onions, Garlic & Rosemary is a delightful dish that’s perfect for a cozy dinner at home. The combination of tender chicken, caramelized onions, aromatic garlic, and fragrant rosemary creates a symphony of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. Plus, with its high protein content and low carbohydrate count, it’s a nutritious option for those looking to maintain a balanced diet. Serve it alongside your favorite green vegetables, salad, and some crusty bread or rolls for a complete and satisfying meal. Enjoy the irresistible aroma wafting through your kitchen as this dish bakes to perfection!