Galinha Asada | FoodieAtlas

Ingredients

1 whole chicken (about 3-4 lbs), cleaned and patted dry
1/4 cup olive oil
4 cloves garlic, minced
1 large onion, chopped
2 tablespoons paprika
1 tablespoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon turmeric
1 teaspoon chili powder (optional, for extra heat)
1 teaspoon ground coriander
1 teaspoon salt (adjust to taste)
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1 lemon, juiced
1/2 cup chicken broth or white wine
Fresh cilantro or parsley for garnish (optional)

Instructions

Preheat the Oven

Preheat your oven to 375째F (190째C).

Prepare the Marinade

In a small bowl, combine olive oil, garlic, onion, paprika, cumin, turmeric, chili powder (if using), ground coriander, salt, pepper, and lemon juice.

Marinate the Chicken

Rub the marinade all over the chicken, making sure to get some under the skin for extra flavor.

Let the chicken marinate for at least 1 hour, or overnight in the refrigerator for deeper flavor.

Roast the Chicken

Place the marinated chicken in a roasting pan. Pour the chicken broth or white wine into the pan to keep the chicken moist.

Roast the chicken in the preheated oven for 1 to 1.5 hours, or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165째F (74째C) and the skin is golden brown and crispy. Baste occasionally with the pan juices.

Finish

Remove the chicken from the oven and let it rest for 10 minutes before carving.

Serve

Garnish with fresh cilantro or parsley if desired.