Garlic Lover's Chicken

Serves: 3 to 4

·        1 whole chicken (3 to 3 1/2 pounds)

·        1/4 cup olive oil

·        1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh basil

·        1 teaspoon salt

·        1/2 teaspoon black pepper

·        1 head garlic, separated into cloves (about 15)

1. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.

Place the chicken in a roasting pan; set aside.

 

2. In a small bowl, mix together the oil, basil, salt, and pepper;

brush over the chicken, then place the garlic cloves over and

inside the chicken.

 

3. Roast the chicken for 1 1/2 to 1 3/4 hours, or until the chicken

is golden and no pink remains, basting occasionally.

Cut, and serve with the pan juices.