Mediterranean Green Chicken

Ingredients

  • 1 bunch curly parsley, washed
  • 2 shallots, peeled and coarsely chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic
  • 6 tablespoons olive oil
  • 3 tablespoons Dijon mustard
  • 1 tablespoons Italian herb blend
  • Juice of 1 lemon
  • 2 tablespoons black pepper
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • 1 whole chicken, cut up (or any 8 chicken pieces—any combination of leg, breast, thigh, and wing)
Mediterranean Green Chicken

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Procedure

  1. In a blender or food processor, combine parsley, shallots, garlic, olive oil, mustard, Italian herb blend, lemon juice, pepper, and salt. Purée.
  2. Transfer mixture to a gallon zip-lock bag.
  3. Add chicken, making sure it’s covered on all sides by the marinade.
  4. Seal bag and refrigerate for an hour.
  5. Preheat oven to 300°F (150C).
  6. Transfer chicken pieces to a rimmed baking sheet.
  7. Bake about 40 minutes, turning pieces after 20 minutes, until juices run clear.