Roasted Moroccan Spiced Chicken Recipe

Name: Roasted Moroccan Spiced Chicken
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 1/2 lbs roasting chickens; 1/2 teaspoon pepper (fresh grind); 4 garlic cloves; 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon; 1 lemon (halved); 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper; 1/2 teaspoon cumin (ground); 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1/2 teaspoon coriander (ground); 3 tablespoons olive oil; 1/2 teaspoon paprika

Servings: persons

1
Preheat oven to 400u00b0F
2
Pat chicken dry and rub with flattened garlic cloves; place garlic in cavity. Squeeze lemon into small bowl; place lemon in cavity.
3
Brush chicken with half of juice.
4
Mix spices and salt and rub over and inside chicken.
5
Tie legs together. Heat oil in large ovenproof skillet.
6
Add chicken, breast side up. Add remaining lemon juice to skillet. Baste
7
chicken withpan juices. Transfer to oven, and bake until juices run clear.
8
Baste occasionally. Roast about 1 hour -- .

916

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

130

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 1/2 lbs roasting chickens, 1/2 teaspoon pepper (fresh grind), 4 garlic cloves, 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon, and more.

Yes, Roasted Moroccan Spiced Chicken falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Roasted Moroccan Spiced Chicken

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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