SWAHILI CHICKEN

Pat dry your whole chicken and set aside . Mix together in a large bowl ,1 tbs of minced ginger , 3 tbs of minced garlic , 1 dsp of turmeric , 1 tbs of sweet paprika ,1 tsp of ground cinnamon ,8 tbs of lemon juice , 4 tbs of canola oil ,1 dsp of ground cumin ,1 tbs of ground coriander , 1 dsp of chilli flakes , 100gm of greek yoghurt(whisked)and finally 1 tbs of runny honey . Mix well to combine . Now carefully (gently )loosen the skin around the opening at the neck. Spoon the mixture in small amounts under the skin . Using your fingers gently spread the mixture under the skin . Rub the remaining mixture all over the chicken skin . Place the chicken in a well greased oven proof dish or slow cooker . If your are cooking in the oven preheat your oven to 180 deg c and bake in the preheated oven for 1 and 1/2 then covering the dish with foil for another 30 minutes . If you use your slow cooker , place the chicken in a well greased base . Cover and cook on high for 3 hours . This dish should be served with plain boiled rice or flat bread , I will be offering both .