Citrusy, Herby Chicken With a Jalapeño Pop

Ingredient List: (Serves 4)

• 1 whole chicken -  3½–4-lb. whole chicken, backbone removed, patted dry

Marinade

• 5 garlic cloves
• 1 1/2 cups cilantro
• 2 cups parsley
• 1/4 cup red wine vinegar
• 2 1/2 tbsp sea salt
• 1 tsp freshly cracked black pepper
• 1 tbsp dried oregano
• 2 tsp crushed red pepper flakes
• 3/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
• 1 cup plain whole-milk Greek yoghurt
• 2 tbsp TTNJ Jalapeno Hot Sauce

Instructions

1. Gather the ingredients.
2. Pat the chicken dry with paper towel and place in a large bowl.
3. Place all of the ingredients for the marinade in a food processor and blend until smooth.
4. Rub marinade all over chicken evenly, seal and refrigerate for 4 - 24 hrs max.
5. Preheat grill to medium and oil.
6. Transfer chicken to the grill. Close the grill and cook for 35 - 40 minutes, turning every few minutes to ensure even cooking. Use a brush to rub on marinade all over chicken while grilling.
7. Internal temperature of chicken should read 70 degrees C, remove from grill and place on cutting board. Let rest for three minutes before cutting up and serving with TTNJ Jalapeno Hot Sauce drizzled on top. Serve with your favourite greens or roast veggies. Enjoy!