Garlic Herb Butter Roasted Chicken Leg Quarters

Name: Garlic Herb Butter Roasted Chicken Leg Quarters
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 50 min
Total time: 60 min
Yield: 4
Ingredients: 4 pieces chicken leg quarters; 100 g unsalted butter; 4 cloves garlic cloves; 2 tsp fresh rosemary leaves; 2 tsp thyme leaves; 1/3 cup dry white wine; 1/2 tsp cooking/kosher salt; 1/4 tsp black pepper

Succulent chicken leg quarters roasted to perfection with a rich garlic and herb-infused butter tucked under the skin for maximum flavor. This simple one-pan dish creates its own delicious pan sauce with white wine and savory juices.

Servings4 Portions

Prep Time10 Mins

Cook Time50 Mins

Difficulty

Easy

Ingredients

chicken leg quarters
4 pieces
unsalted butter
100 g
garlic cloves
4 cloves
fresh rosemary leaves
2 tsp
thyme leaves
2 tsp
dry white wine
0.3 cup
cooking/kosher salt
0.5 tsp
black pepper
0.3 tsp

Step-by-Step Instructions

Preheat your oven to 220°C (425°F) or 200°C for fan-forced ovens.

In a small bowl, combine the softened unsalted butter, minced garlic, fresh rosemary, thyme, and black pepper. Mix thoroughly until the herbs and garlic are evenly distributed throughout the butter.

Using the back of a tablespoon, gently loosen the skin from the chicken flesh on the thigh and leg portions, being careful not to tear it. Smear approximately 80% of the herb butter directly under the skin. Apply a small amount to the underside of the chicken and spread the remaining butter over the top of the skin.

Place the prepared chicken in a roasting pan, skin-side up. Season the skin evenly with salt and pour the white wine into the bottom of the pan around the chicken pieces.

Roast for an initial 10 minutes to crisp the skin. Reduce the oven temperature to 200°C (400°F) or 180°C fan and roast for another 40 minutes. For the best results, baste the chicken with the pan juices every 10 minutes during the final 40 minutes of cooking.