Name: Roasted Chicken with Garlic Confit
Cook time: 15 minutes
Total time: 40 minutes
Yield: Makes 4 servings
Ingredients: 12 garlic cloves (about 1 head), lightly smashed and peeled; 3 fresh thyme sprigs; 3/4 cup plus 1 tablespoon olive oil; 1 (3-lb) chicken, quartered; 1 tablespoon unsalted butter, softened; 2 teaspoons salt; 1/2 teaspoon black pepper

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Roasted Chicken with Garlic ConfitRomulo Yanes

Some markets sell peeled fresh garlic cloves, which save time. You can use the leftover garlic oil from this recipe for sautéing greens or tossing with pasta.

Cooks' notes:

·Garlic cloves can be cooked 1 week ahead and kept in oil, covered and chilled. ·Leftover garlic oil keeps, covered and chilled, 1 week.

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