Spiced Roast Chicken with Cardamom and Cinnamon

1Preparation Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F).

2Spice Rub Preparation In a small bowl, combine the crushed cardamom pods, crushed (6-7) cloves (loung) (5-6 cloves), paprika (1 teaspoon), cumin powder (1 teaspoon), coriander powder (1 teaspoon), ginger powder (1 teaspoon), garlic powder (1 teaspoon), and olive oil (1 tablespoon) to create a spice rub.

3Preparing the Chicken Pat the chicken dry with paper towels. Rub the spice mixture evenly over the chicken, ensuring it covers the entire surface.

4Roasting the Chicken Place the chicken in a roasting pan and roast in the preheated oven for about 1.5-2 hours, or until the chicken is cooked through and golden brown, basting occasionally with the pan drippings.

5Resting and Serving Once the chicken is cooked, remove it from the oven and let it rest for 10 minutes before carving.

6Garnishing and Serving Garnish the chicken with fresh herbs and lemon wedges before serving. Enjoy the aromatic and flavorful spiced roast chicken!