Grilled Chicken Marinated in Cumin, Lemon and Garlic

A Moroccan-inspired grilled chicken dish! Prep time includes 8 hours marinating time.

• Ready In: 9 hrs 30 mins
• Serves: 8

Ingredients

• 1 1⁄2 tablespoons  white peppercorns
• 2  teaspoons cumin seeds
• 1  teaspoon  coriander seed
• 1⁄2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 12  garlic cloves
• 1  tablespoon kosher salt
• 1  cup  finely chopped onion
• 2  tablespoons lemon zest, grated
• 1⁄4 cup lemon juice
• 1⁄4 cup canola oil
• 1⁄4 cup  chopped parsley
• 2 (3 lb)  chicken, quartered

Directions

1. In a skillet, toast peppercorns, cumin, coriander and cinnamon over medium heat, stirring, until fragrant, about 1 minute.
2. Finely grind in small food processor.
3. Add garlic and 2 teaspoons salt; pulse until paste forms.
4. Transfer to a large bowl.
5. Add the onion, zest, juice, oil and parsley.
6. Add chicken quarters; turn to coat.
7. Cover, refrigerate 8 hours or overnight.
8. Prepare outdoor grill with medium hot coals.
9. Remove chicken from bowl; scrape off excess marinade.
10. Sprinkle chicken with remaining salt.
11. Grill, turning 20 to 25 minutes, or until cooked through.