Savory Moroccan Roast Chicken Recipe

This Moroccan roast chicken recipe is a flavorful twist on a classic roast chicken dish. Infused with aromatic spices, this dish is sure to impress your family and friends. The chicken is marinated in a blend of Moroccan spices, then roasted to perfection. Serve it with couscous and a side of roasted vegetables for a complete meal.

Ingredients

• 1 whole chicken, about 3-4 pounds
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 teaspoons ground cumin
• 2 teaspoons ground coriander
• 1 teaspoon ground turmeric
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1 teaspoon ground ginger
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 1 lemon, sliced
• 1 onion, sliced
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley

Directions

1. Preheat the oven to 400°F.
2. In a small bowl, mix together the olive oil, cumin, coriander, turmeric, cinnamon, ginger, paprika, cayenne pepper, salt, and pepper to make a paste.
3. Rub the spice paste all over the chicken, both inside and out.
4. Stuff the cavity of the chicken with the lemon slices, onion slices, garlic, cilantro, and parsley.
5. Place the chicken in a roasting pan and roast in the oven for 1 hour, or until the chicken is cooked through and the skin is golden brown.
6. Remove the chicken from the oven and let it rest for 10 minutes before carving.
7. Serve the Moroccan roast chicken with couscous and roasted vegetables.

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