Alton Brown's Chicken In Garlic And Shallots

Published in the ajc, this is supposedly alton brown's absolute favorite recipe to prepare.

Preheat oven to 350 degrees.

Season chicken liberally with salt and pepper.

Toss with 2 tablespoons of olive oil and brown on both sides in a wide , straight-sided , ovenproof frying pan or skillet over high heat.

Remove from heat.

Add herbs , garlic , shallots and the remaining 1 / 2 cup olive oil.

Cover and bake for 1-1 / 2 hours.

whole chickens, salt & freshly ground black pepper, olive oil, parsley, garlic cloves, shallots