Chicken in Milk

Ingredients:

• 1 whole chicken (about 1.5 kg)
• Salt and pepper
• 115g unsalted butter or olive oil
• 1 cinnamon stick
• 1 good handful of fresh sage, leaves picked
• Zest of 2 lemons
• 10 cloves of garlic, skin left on
• 565ml whole milk

Instructions:

1. Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. Season the Chicken: Season the chicken generously with salt and pepper.
3. Brown the Chicken: In a snug-fitting pot, heat the butter or olive oil over medium heat. Add the chicken and brown it all over, turning it carefully to get an even color.
4. Add the Aromatics: Remove the chicken from the pot and discard the butter or oil left in the pot. Return the chicken to the pot along with the cinnamon stick, sage leaves, lemon zest, and garlic cloves.
5. Add the Milk: Pour in the milk. The milk will curdle, but don’t worry—this is what you want.
6. Bake: Transfer the pot to the preheated oven and bake for 1 1/2 hours, basting with the cooking juices occasionally. The chicken is done when the meat is tender and the juices run clear.
7. Serve: Serve the chicken with the curdled milk sauce, which will be deliciously fragrant and flavorful. Pair it with mashed potatoes or crusty bread to soak up the sauce.

This Chicken in Milk recipe by Jamie Oliver is a delightful and comforting dish that showcases his innovative approach to cooking. Enjoy!