4 bone-in chicken breast halves, with skin
4 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
4 cloves garlic, chopped
2 tablespoons fresh chopped basil
3 to 4 leeks, trimmed, washed, thickly sliced
2 pounds potatoes, cut in 1 1/2-inch to 2-inch chunks
kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
How to Make It:
1.Heat oven to 400° F (200° C/Gas 6).
2.Line a large baking pan or roasting pan with foil, if desired. Spray foil or pan lightly with nonstick cooking spray.
3.Arrange the split chicken breasts in the prepared baking pan. Combine the oil, garlic, and basil. Brush a little of the mixture over the chicken breasts.
4.Combine the remaining oil and garlic mixture with the leeks and potatoes in a food storage bag or bowl and toss to mix well.
5.Arrange the vegetables on and around the chicken; sprinkle vegetables and chicken with kosher salt and pepper.
6.Roast the chicken breasts, leeks, and potatoes in the preheated oven for 30 to 45 minutes, or until chicken is cooked and potatoes are tender.
7.When chicken is cooked, juices will run clear when the chicken is pricked with a fork. The minimum safe temperature for chicken is 165° F (74° C). To ensure the chicken is thoroughly cooked, use an instant-read food thermometer. Insert the thermometer into the thickest chicken breast (not touching bone).
NOTE-These bone-in chicken breasts are roasted to perfection with fresh chopped garlic and basil, and some potatoes and leeks. Feel free to omit the leeks or replace them with small peeled cippolini onions or sliced sweet or yellow onions.
This is a tasty chicken dish to make for any family meal or Sunday dinner, and it's special enough for guests.
Quick and Easy Chicken Gravy:
1.In a small saucepan over medium heat, melt 2 tablespoons of butter. Stir in 2 tablespoons of flour and cook, stirring constantly, for 2 minutes. Add 1 cup of chicken stock and cook, stirring, until the gravy has thickened. Add 2 tablespoons of heavy cream. Taste and add salt and freshly ground black pepper, as needed.
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