P. Allen Smith

By ajiann

Ingredients

• 1 cup clover honey
• 3 tbsp. lemon juice, from half a lemon
• 1 tbsp. aleppo pepper
• 1 tsp. cayenne pepper
• 1 tbsp. coriander seeds, ground
• 1 tsp. cumin seeds, ground
• 3 lb. fryer chicken
• 1 lemon, cut in half
• 3 sprigs fresh thyme
• 2 cloves garlic, crushed
• kosher salt to taste
• pepper to taste
• 2 tbsp. parsley, chopped
• 2 tbsp. extra virgin olive oil

Details

Servings 2
Preparation time 4mins
Cooking time 25mins
Adapted from pallensmith.com

Preparation

Step 1

Instructions

To make the mop combine the honey, spices, and 1 tablespoon of lemon juice in a mixing bowl. Set aside.

Stuff the cavity of the chicken with half the lemon, all the garlic, and the fresh thyme. Season with salt and pepper. Truss the chicken with butcher twine to ensure even cooking. Bake in a 350 degree F oven for 45 minutes.

Once the chicken starts to brown, after about 30 minutes, begin basting with the honey-cayenne mop. The mop will start to caramelize and become sticky; take care not to burn it.

Once the internal temperature of the chicken reaches 165 degree F and the juices run clear remove it from the oven and let it rest.

Drain the roasting juices into a sauce pan. Add 2 tablespoons each of parsley, lemon juice, and extra virgin olive oil. Bring to a boil.

Serve the chicken in two portions and drizzle with the sauce.