Best Berber Chicken Recipes

BERBER-SPICED CHICKEN BREASTS

Steps:

• In a food processor, combine all of the ingredients except the chicken and lemon wedges and process to a paste. Spread the paste all over the chicken and refrigerate for at least 1 hour or up to 4 hours.
• Light a charcoal grill. When the coals are hot, move them to one side of the grill to create a high-heat zone. Oil the grate and place the chicken on it, skin side up, opposite the coals. Cover and grill the chicken until browned and just cooked through, about 30 minutes. Turn the breasts over and grill over high heat until the skin is crisp and lightly charred, about 2 minutes longer. Let the breasts rest for 5 minutes, then serve with lemon wedges.

BERBER SPICED CHICKEN BREASTS

Steps:

• Chicken Chef Recipes Made Easy F&W Staff Favorite Grilled Chicken Recipes MORE ∨ 3 garlic cloves, quartered 1 small onion, coarsely chopped One 1-inch piece of fresh ginger, peeled and chopped 3 tablespoons sweet paprika 2 teaspoons kosher salt 1 teaspoon ground coriander 1 teaspoon freshly ground pepper 1 teaspoon finely grated lemon zest 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon 1/4 teaspoon ground cardamom 3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil Four chicken breast halves on the bone with skin (2 pounds) Lemon wedges, for serving In a food processor, combine all of the ingredients except the chicken and lemon wedges and process to a paste. Spread the paste all over the chicken and refrigerate for at least 1 hour or up to 4 hours. Light a charcoal grill. When the coals are hot, move them to one side of the grill to create a high-heat zone. Oil the grate and place the chicken on it, skin side up, opposite the coals. Cover and grill the chicken until browned and just cooked through, about 30 minutes. Turn the breasts over and grill over high heat until the skin is crisp and lightly charred, about 2 minutes longer. Let the breasts rest for 5 minutes, then serve with lemon wedges. SUGGESTED PAIRING Mediterranean reds often have a spicy note that pairs well with the North African spices on this chicken. North African wines are ideal, but hard to find; instead, look for reds from the Jumilla region in Spain. FROM RECIPE OF THE DAY MAY 2010 ARCHIVE, MEMORIAL DAY COOKOUT, PAIRING OF THE DAY: FEBRUARY 2008, 10 EASY WAYS TO MASTER THE GRILL PUBLISHED JUNE 2007

BERBER CHICKEN

Steps:

• Remove giblets from chicken. Wash chicken and pat dry.
• In a bowl, combine all the ingredients. Place the chicken in a plastic bag, add the marinade and make sure the marinade penetrates underneath the skin and inside cavity. Refrigerate for at least four hours or overnight.
• Remove chicken from the marinade. Place in a rotisserie and cook according to manufacturer's instructions, or roast in 350F oven for 15 minutes a pound, or until cooked thoroughly.
• From Margarita's International Recipes.

BERBER-SPICED CHICKEN BREASTS

Steps:

• In a food processor, combine all of the ingredients except the chicken and lemon wedges and process to a paste. Spread the paste all over the chicken and refrigerate for at least 1 hour or up to 4 hours. Light a charcoal grill. When the coals are hot, move them to one side of the grill to create a high-heat zone. Oil the grate and place the chicken on it, skin side up, opposite the coals. Cover and grill the chicken until browned and just cooked through, about 30 minutes. Turn the breasts over and grill over high heat until the skin is crisp and lightly charred, about 2 minutes longer. Let the breasts rest for 5 minutes, then serve with lemon wedges.