Roasted moroccan spiced chicken

2 servings

Ingredients

QuantityIngredient
poundsChicken
4Garlic cloves
1Lemon, halved
½teaspoonCumin, ground
½teaspoonCoriander, ground
½teaspoonPaprika
½teaspoonPepper, fresh grind
¼teaspoonCinnamon
¼teaspoonCayenne pepper
½teaspoonSalt
3tablespoonsOlive oil

Directions

Preheat oven to 400F. Pat chicken dry. Rub with flattened garlic cloves; place garlic in cavity. Squeeze lemon into small bowl; place lemon in cavity. Brush chicken with half of juice. Mix spices and salt and rub over and inside chicken. Tie legs together. Heat oil in large ovenproof skillet. Add chicken, breast side up. Add remaining lemon juice to skillet. Baste chicken withpan juices. Transfer to oven, and bake until juices run clear. Baste occasionally. Roast about 1 hour...

Clay Irving