Garlic Herb Chicken

Ingredients

• 1 rosemary sprig
• 2 parsley sprigs
• 2 thyme sprigs
• 4 Garlic cloves
• 0.5 lemon zest
• 1 tbsp coriander seeds
• Salt
• black pepper (freshly ground)
• 250 ml fermented milk (Amasi)
• 1 chicken (pre‑cooked, 1.4 kg)
• olive oil (for the pan)

Instructions

1. 1.

   Wash the herbs, shake dry, strip leaves or needles and chop finely.

2. 2.

   Peel the garlic and press through a press.

3. 3.

   Mix the herbs, lemon zest and garlic into the Amasi.

4. 4.

   Crush the coriander seeds in a mortar and stir them in as well.

5. 5.

   Season with salt and pepper.

6. 6.

   Wash the chicken, pat dry and cut into 8 pieces.

7. 7.

   Combine the chicken with the marinate in a large dish, cover with foil and refrigerate for about 2 hours.

8. 8.

   Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F) fan‑forced.

9. 9.

   Place the chicken parts in a greased baking tin and roast for about 45 minutes until golden brown.

10. 10.

    Serve garnished with fresh rosemary.