This baked garlic chicken with wine is not just easy but also elegant. It would make a great any night dinner, but also does double duty as an easy entertaining recipe.
Peel and slice garlic into thin slices. They should not be crushed or pressed. Melt 1 tablespoon of the butter or margarine in an oven proof skillet or Dutch oven over medium heat. When melted, add chicken pieces and brown very, very lightly. Remove them from the skillet.
Place a Dutch oven or casserole dish over medium heat and melt 2 tablespoons of butter. When it begins to bubble, add garlic and stir. auté for 3 minutes. MAKE SURE THE BUTTER DOES NOT BURN.
Add the chicken pieces, turning them in the garlic/butter mixture. Try to get garlic on all sides of chicken. Season with 1/2 teaspoon of salt and pepper to taste. Pour the wine over the top and bake for 40 minutes.