directions
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1
Combine parsley, cilantro or mint or half each, spices and herbs in the food processor and puree to a smooth paste. Wash and pat dry the chicken
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2
Loosen the skin across the breast and then down around the leg and thigh using a chopstick or your fingers, being careful not to tear the skin
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3
Work the paste under the skin and over the meat of the breasts, legs and thighs and then all over the outside skin as well. Using an elastic food tie, truss the chicken
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4
Rotate the chicken on the spit rods for 55 to 60 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 170 degrees on the instant thermometer inserted in the thigh meat
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5
Remove the chicken skin and cut into serving pieces before serving.
MOROCCAN SPICED ROAST CHICKEN
ingredients
- 1/2 cup chopped fresh parsley
- 1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro or mint
- 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
- 1 tablespoon ground ginger
- 1 tablespoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon freshly ground pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon ground thyme
- 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1 3-1/2 pound chicken