Directions:
Heat olive oil in
roasting pan and place chickens breast down in pan.
Combine ginger, paprika, bay leaves, garlic, onion,
parsley, cilantro and saffron in bowl. Spread mixture
over chickens and season to taste with salt and pepper.
Add enough water to cover chickens halfway. Place over
high heat and bring to boil.
Remove pan from heat and place in 400° F oven. Bake,
uncovered, for 30 minutes. Turn chickens and continue
baking until very tender and golden brown, about 30
minutes.
Transfer chickens to serving platter. Place pan on stove
top and heat remaining juices to boil. Add olives and
lemon zest. Reduce heat to low and simmer 5 minutes.
Spoon sauce over chickens and serve.
Makes about 8 servings.
