Kotta Riganati(Chicken With Oregano) - cooking recipe

Ingredients

2 to 3 lb. whole chickens
1/4 c. olive oil
1/8 c. lemon juice
1 tsp. salt
1/4 lb. butter or 1 stick margarine
2 c. canned tomatoes, stewed or crushed
1/2 tsp. pepper
1 1/2 tsp. oregano
1/2 tsp. salt

Preparation

Rub all surfaces of the chicken with olive oil, lemon juice and salt mixture.
Place in a large roasting pan and bake at 375\u00b0 for 30 minutes.
Melt butter.
Add tomatoes, pepper, oregano and salt to taste.
Cook over medium heat in a saucepan for 5 minutes. Pour over chickens.
Reduce heat to 350\u00b0.
Bake chickens for an additional 20 to 30 minutes.
Baste frequently.
Serve with rice or couscous.
Makes 6 to 8 servings.