40 Garlic Clove Chicken

Yes, 40 cloves of garlic went into making this 40 garlic clove chicken. Yes, the house smelled like garlic. A lot. But, it was worth it. I was worried that the chicken would be so garlicky it would be inedible, but I was sooooo wrong. It came out perfectly flavored and very, very tender.

40 Garlic Clove Chicken

Eating this chicken reminded me of the garlic fries at the now-closed Boogie Burger. It brings the garlic, but in such a good way. Don’t be afraid and try and cut back on the amount of garlic. Next time I might even use 41 cloves!

And if you have any leftovers, this chicken makes for a great sandwich!

Also try my roasted garlic chicken with parmesan gravy.

40 Garlic Clove Chicken
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40 Garlic Clove Chicken

Yes, 40 cloves of garlic went into making this 40 garlic clove chicken. Yes, the house smelled like garlic. A lot. But, it was worth it.
Course Main
Cuisine American
Keyword chicken, garlic
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 30 minutes
Servings 4 -6
Calories 498kcal

Ingredients

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 350 F.
  • Heat 1 tablespoon of oil in a large Dutch oven over high heat.
  • Add half of the chicken thighs and lightly brown on each side. Remove to a plate.
  • Repeat with remaining oil and chicken.
  • Reduce heat to medium.
  • Add the green onions and a little thyme and saute for a few minutes.
  • Remove pan from heat.
  • Spread 20 of the garlic cloves around the bottom of the pan.
  • Pour in the wine.
  • Add chicken and any accumulated juices. Try to not stack them or over-crowd them so they cook evenly.
  • Top with remaining garlic. Season with salt and pepper and the remaining thyme, to taste.
  • Cover the pot and bake for 1 1/2 hours.
  • Meanwhile, cook the recipe per package instructions and keep warm.
  • Serve chicken over rice with some of the pan sauce.

Nutrition

Calories: 498kcal | Carbohydrates: 48g | Protein: 49g | Fat: 10g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 215mg | Sodium: 1144mg | Potassium: 755mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 151IU | Vitamin C: 11mg | Calcium: 105mg | Iron: 3mg

Nutritional values are approximate.

Roasted Garlic

Roasted garlic is just one of those things that are great to keep on hand. It can be added to a lot of things to really kick them up. Boring mayonnaise? Add a bit of garlic and make a great sandwich super! Boring burger? Add some more, either by mixing it into the patties when you make them, or just put a big ole dollop (or mix with a little mayonnaise) on top just before you serve them!

Roasted Garlic Burgers

Roasted garlic is also fantastic in my roasted garlic salad dressing. There are so many uses for it that I recommend making several heads at once. Just substitute it for ‘regular’ garlic in any dish.

Roasted Garlic Burgers
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Roasted Garlic

Roasted garlic is just one of those things that are great to keep on hand. It can be added to a lot of things to really kick them up.
Course Sauce
Cuisine American
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Author Mike

Ingredients

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 400 F.
  • Pel away the outer layers of the garlic skin, leaving the cloves intact.
  • Cut off about 1/2″ of the top of the head, exposing all of the tops of the cloves.
  • Place head on a piece of foil and drizzle with olive oil and sprinkle with salt.
  • Wrap in foil and place in oven 30-35 minutes or until the garlic feels a little soft.
  • Remove from oven, open foil packet, and let cool.
  • Squeeze garlic from head onto a cutting board. Don’t miss any of the roasted yumminess! Squeeze hard!
  • Mash the garlic into a paste using the back of your knife, making sure to break up any large chunks.
  • Store in the fridge until ready to use.

Nutritional values are approximate.

Grilled Potato Wedges

Anything off the grill is a good thing, I always say, and these grilled potato wedges are no exception. The nice thing about them is that you can toss in whatever you like. If you want some heat, use more chile flake. Like Cajun? Add some Cajun seasoning. Herbs? Use fresh rosemary or thyme.

Grilled Potato Wedges

Also try my grilled scallion sweet potatoes.

Grilled Potato Wedges
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Grilled Potato Wedges

Easy tasty grilled taters. Great on their own without ketchup.
Course Side
Cuisine American
Keyword grilled, potatoes
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings 4
Calories 306kcal

Ingredients

Instructions

  • Place potatoes in a large pot and cover with water. Add in two tablespoons of salt. Bring to a boil and cook until the potatoes are starting to soften, but still hold their shape, about 20 minutes depending on the size of the potatoes. Drain and cut into wedges.
  • Fire up a grill for direct cooking.
  • Brush the potatoes with some of the olive oil (about 1/4 cup) and sprinkle with salt and pepper. Place on grill and grill until lightly charred. Flip and grill another 2-3 minutes. Remove to a bowl.
  • Heat remaining oil in a small skillet. Once hot, remove from heat and add the garlic, chili flakes, and parsley. Let set for 1 minute.
  • Pour oil over potatoes and toss gently.
  • Serve topped with freshly grated cheese.

Nutrition

Calories: 306kcal | Carbohydrates: 60g | Protein: 10g | Fat: 5g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 4mg | Sodium: 383mg | Potassium: 1377mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 471IU | Vitamin C: 24mg | Calcium: 134mg | Iron: 3mg

Nutritional values are approximate.

Spicy Garlic Ranch Pretzel Bites

These yummy spicy garlic ranch pretzel bites are a different take on our bacon cheddar bites. I wanted to try something with a little more kick, and these have it. You really cannot stop eating them. They’re dangerous.

You can make these with regular Hidden Valley Ranch dressing mix if you don’t want a little spice, but even the spicy version is not that spicy. Everyone at my wife’s office loved these!

Spicy Garlic Ranch Pretzel Bites

Even though they aren’t as big as full-sized pretzels, these bites are also great dipped into a warm cheese sauce. Try our nacho cheese sauce, beer cheese sauce, Southwestern cheese sauce, or a good ole everyday cheese sauce.

Also check out my balsamic, cheddar, and pizza pretzel bites! They are all out of this world good too!

Spicy Garlic Ranch Pretzel Bites
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Spicy Garlic Ranch Pretzel Bites

These yummy spicy garlic ranch pretzel bites are a different take on our bacon cheddar bites. I wanted to try something with a little more kick, and these have it. You really cannot stop eating them. They’re dangerous.
Course Snack
Cuisine American
Keyword garlic, pretzel bites, Ranch, spicy
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings 12
Calories 115kcal
Author Mike

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 300 F.
  • Combine salad dressing mix and garlic powder in a large bowl. Whisk in the oil.
  • Add the pretzels and gently toss to coat completely.
  • Pour pretzels out onto a baking sheet.
  • Bake for approximately 30 minutes, stirring every 10 minutes. The pretzels are done when all of the oil has been absorbed.
  • Let cool before serving.

Nutrition

Calories: 115kcal | Carbohydrates: 20g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 3g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 3mg | Sodium: 497mg | Potassium: 12mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 59IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 15mg | Iron: 1mg

Nutritional values are approximate.