This recipe comes from our friends at Stella Cadente Olive Oil, courtesy of Renee Kiff of California’s Healdsburg Farmer's Market. Renee was careful to mention in her recipe that her preference was for an organic chicken. A cold, crisp Chardonnay (Bonterra organic is a good choice) pairs nicely with this bird!

Ingredients

• 1 Whole Organic Chicken
• 1 Bundle of Herbs (parsley, thyme, oregano, marjoram, & rosemary)...approx. 3-4 ounces
• 3-4 Bay Leaves
• Stella Cadente Meyer Lemon Olive Oil (approx. 2 ounces)
• Salt & Pepper (to taste)

Preparation

1. Remove "innards" of chicken.
2. Stuff whole chicken cavity with herbs & bay leaves.
3. Rub Meyer Lemon Oil over the outside of the chicken
4. Sprinkle the chicken with salt and pepper.
5. BBQ on a spit for at least 1 hour & 15 minutes, turning constantly. Or, bake in oven at 375 degrees for at least one hour.
6. Test for doneness; the juice from the drumstick should be clear and the chicken should be soft throughout.

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