Roasted Chicken with Sumac

Roasted Chicken with Sumac

Succulent roasted chicken with a tangy, lemony crust from sumac and warm spices that brings vibrant Middle Eastern flavors to your table.

⏱ 50 minServes 4Middle Eastern

Ingredients

  • 1 whole chicken (about 4 pounds), cut into pieces
  • 3 tablespoons sumac
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 large onion, sliced

Directions

  1. 1Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C).
  2. 2In a bowl, mix together sumac, garlic, olive oil, lemon juice, cumin, paprika, salt, and black pepper to form a paste.
  3. 3Arrange chicken pieces and sliced onion in a large roasting pan.
  4. 4Rub the sumac mixture generously over all chicken pieces, coating well.
  5. 5Roast uncovered for 35-40 minutes until chicken is golden brown and cooked through, basting halfway through cooking.
  6. 6Let rest for 5 minutes before serving with pan juices drizzled over top.

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