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Marinate the Chicken: In a large bowl, mix all of the marinade ingredients. Add the chicken. Mix everything together, cover, and set aside to marinate for anywhere from 20 minutes to 8 hours.
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When ready to cook, preheat the oven to 375°F. Warm the stock, add the saffron and set aside to infuse.
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Remove the chicken from the marinade and pat it dry. Set the marinade aside. Lightly coat the chicken in 4 tablespoons of flour. Heat the oil in a large pot over medium heat. Place the chicken skin-side down in the pan. Cook for 4 to 5 minutes per side, or until browned. Remove the chicken from the pan and set it aside.
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Add the onion and cook for 4 to 5 minutes or until softened. Sprinkle 2 tablespoons of the flour to coat. Add the spices and sauté with the onions for 3 to 4 minutes. Slowly stir in the stock then add the leftover marinade and lemon remnants, and stir in the olives. Add the tied herbs, lemon slices & cilantro, and some salt and pepper. Bring to a boil over high heat, add the chicken back to the pan, and bake for 30 to 40 minutes or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F.
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Discard herb bunches and lemon. Taste for seasoning and add more salt as needed and remove the skin if desired before serving. Enjoy!