Grilled Moroccan Chicken Citron
This Moroccan chicken recipe features
plenty of spices as well as a hint of lemon for a
flavorful chicken dish that is sure to please. Try this
with some cous cous and grilled vegetables.
2 whole chickens cut into
quarters
4 tablespoons minced garlic
3 tablespoons fresh minced parsley
3 tablespoons fresh minced cilantro
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon ground turmeric
1 teaspoon ground ginger
pinch of saffron threads
freshly ground black pepper
1 tablespoon red chili flakes
juice and zest of 2 lemons
2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
Mince the herbs and the lemon zest. Combine chicken with
all remaining ingredients making sure each piece of
chicken is evenly covered with the seasoning mixture.
Let sit over night in refrigerator.
Clean the grill off with a grill brush and a towel. Heat
grill on a high setting for 5 minutes. Place chicken on
grill, reduce heat to medium and turn the chicken over
every 2 minutes. This will insure even cooking. Reduce
the heat to low and continue to cook the chicken for
another 10 - 15 minutes. Chicken should reach an
internal temperature of 160 degrees.
Serves 4 - 6