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Oven Roasted Garlic Butter Chicken with Lemon Olive Dressing

Oven Roasted Garlic Butter Chicken with Lemon Olive Dressing
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Oven Roasted Garlic Butter Chicken with Lemon Olive Dressing is a delightful dish that brings warmth and flavor to your dinner table. This savory recipe features tender chicken marinated in aromatic garlic, fresh herbs, and rich olive oil, then roasted to perfection. The zesty lemon olive dressing adds a refreshing kick that elevates the entire meal. Perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings, this dish is not only easy to prepare but also family-friendly, making it an instant favorite. Serve it alongside your choice of sides for a balanced and satisfying dinner that everyone will love.

Ingredients

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  • 6 boneless chicken thighs and/or breasts
  • 1/3 cup extra virgin olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 6 cloves garlic (2 finely chopped + 4 whole)
  • 1 cup fresh parsley (chopped)
  • 1/4 cup fresh oregano (chopped)
  • Kosher salt, to taste
  • Black pepper, to taste
  • 2 lemons (1 halved, 1 sliced)
  • 4 tablespoons salted butter (sliced into 6 pieces)
  • 1 cup fresh basil (chopped)
  • 1/2 cup green olives (roughly chopped)
  • 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar or white grape juice vinegar
  • 1/2–1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F.
  2. On a baking sheet, combine chicken with 2 tablespoons of olive oil, finely chopped garlic, parsley, oregano, salt, and pepper. Toss to coat.
  3. Arrange halved lemons and whole garlic cloves around the chicken; top each piece with a slice of butter.
  4. Roast for 35-45 minutes until golden brown and cooked through.
  5. Meanwhile, mix together remaining olive oil, herbs, olives, and vinegar in a bowl for the dressing.
  6. Once the chicken is done, incorporate mashed roasted garlic and chopped lemon into the dressing.
  7. Serve the chicken topped with goat cheese and dressing.

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