Chicken with Garlic

1. 1

   If using whole chickens, halve chickens and bone completely except for wing joint.

2. 2

   If only using breasts, bone completely.

3. 3

   Place the heads of garlic in water to cover in a small saucepan and bring to a boil.

4. 4

   Drain.

5. 5

   Peel the garlic and cut each clove into paper-thin slices.

6. 6

   Toss in a bowl with the parsley, and season to taste with salt and pepper.

7. 7

   Loosen the chicken skin and stuff about 2 teaspoons garlic mixture between the skin and the meat.

8. 8

   Reserve remaining garlic mixture.

9. 9

   Set chicken aside.

10. 10

    Prepare hot coals in a grill.

11. 11

    When the coals are ready, grill the chicken 5 to 7 minutes on each side, or until the flesh is no longer pink.

12. 12

    Do not overcook the chicken or it will become dry.

13. 13

    Heat the butter in a skillet, add the reserved garlic mixture, and saute a few seconds.

14. 14

    Add the lemon juice and adjust seasonings.

15. 15

    Heat through.

16. 16

    Place the chicken on a large heated platter and spoon the garlic sauce over it.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.