Ingredients

  • 1 3-5lb chicken
  • 2 Tbsp ground cumin
  • 1 Tbsp chopped fresh oregano (or 1 tsp dried oregano)
  • 1 Tbsp fresh ground black pepper
  • 1 Tbsp kosher salt
  • 3 Tbsp white wine
  • 2 Tbsp olive oil

Method

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees.
  • Prepare chicken by cutting off the wing tips.
  • In a small bowl combine the remaining ingredients.
  • Coat the chicken with the mixture inside and out.
  • Push the chicken together so legs and wings are set back.
  • Place the chicken breast side up in a shallow baking dish and set it in the center of the oven.
  • Bake for 25 minutes, then lower temperature to 325 and cook for an additional 45 min to 1 hour (depending on size).
  • Remove from the oven and let it rest for 5 minutes before you cut it.
  • Carve the chicken and serve with rice a side vegetable (artichoke, asparagus, green beans, etc.)
  • You do not need a saucy or flavorful vegetable as the cumin flavor from the chicken will infuse everything!