Roast Chicken With Garlic Croutons

May 09, 2023May 9, 20230 12

Roast Chicken With Garlic Croutons for a Delicious Home-Cooked Meal

by The Chefin Main

Prep

15 min

Cook

40 min

Ready In

55 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

621

Sugar

Fat

39g

Roast Chicken With Garlic Croutons is a classic dish that is perfect for any occasion. Whether you are cooking for a family dinner or a dinner party with friends, this meal is sure to impress. The chicken is seasoned with thyme, which adds a fragrant and savory flavor, while the garlic croutons provide a crispy and crunchy texture to every bite. This dish is easy to make and is perfect for those who are looking for a delicious and hearty meal that can be cooked in under an hour.

Instructions

1.	Preheat your oven to 400 F.
2.	Place the bread cubes and garlic in a large bowl and toss with 2 tablespoons of olive oil.
3.	Spread the bread cubes on a baking sheet and bake for 15 minutes or until golden brown.
4.	Season the chicken with salt, pepper, and thyme.
5.	Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat.
6.	Add 2 tablespoons of olive oil and place the chicken in the skillet, skin side down.
7.	Cook for 5-6 minutes, until the skin is golden brown and crispy.
8.	Turn the chicken over and cook for an additional 5-6 minutes.
9.	Transfer the chicken to a baking dish and squeeze the lemon over the top.
10.	Roast the chicken in the oven for 20-25 minutes, or until fully cooked through.
11.	Add the garlic croutons to the baking dish and roast for an additional 5 minutes, until the croutons are crispy.

PROS

Roast Chicken With Garlic Croutons is a hearty and delicious meal that is easy to make and packed full of flavor.

The chicken is roasted to perfection with crispy skin and juicy meat, and the garlic croutons add the perfect crunchy texture to every bite.

CONS

This meal is not low in calories or fat, so it should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

The croutons are made with bread, which may be a concern for individuals with gluten intolerance or celiac disease.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Roast Chicken With Garlic Croutons is a good source of lean protein which helps build and repair muscles and tissues.
The dish is also a great source of vitamin B6 and niacin, which play important roles in brain function and metabolism.

	9 ounces day-old French bread , cut into 1 1/2 inch cubes
	3 cloves garlic , peeled & cut in half
	1 whole chickens
	sea salt , to taste
	black pepper
	1 teaspoon dried thyme
	1/2 lemon