Lemon Garlic Spatchcock Chicken

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  • Prep Time

    10 mins

  • Cook Time

    10 mins

  • Total Time

    50 mins

  • Servings

    4 servings

  • Calories

    485 kcal

  • Course

    Main Course

  • Cuisine

    American

Lemon Garlic Spatchcock Chicken

This lemon garlic spatchcock chicken is incredibly juicy on the inside with loads of crispy skin on the outside for an easy weeknight dinner!

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Ingredients

Servings
  • 1 whole chicken approx 4-5 pounds
  • 3 lemons sliced
  • 2 garlic bulbs cut in half horizontally
  • 2 tablespoons butter or ghee (melted) or olive oil
  • sea salt and pepper
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Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 425F/220C. Then start the spatchcocking process by first placing the chicken breast side down on a cutting board. Use sharp kitchen shears to cut down one side of the backbone, starting at the neck, then cut on the other side of the backbone to completely remove it. Discard the backbone or use in stocks.
  2. Flip the chicken over and gently but firmly press on the breastbone to flatten the chicken.
  3. Add the lemon slices and halved garlic bulbs to a large cast iron pan. Then place the chicken in the pan on top of the lemon and garlic.
  4. Drizzle the melted butter all over the chicken, making sure it's fully coated.
  5. Season the chicken with sea salt and pepper.
  6. Place the chicken in the oven and roast the chicken for 35-40 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and has perfectly golden skin.

Notes

  • Place leftovers in an airtight container and store for up to 3 days in the fridge. 
  • Use a freezer-safe bag or container and store for up to 1 month.
  • Simply reheat in the microwave until the chicken is warmed through.
  • To Store: Place leftovers in an airtight container and store for up to 3 days in the fridge. 
  • To Freeze: Use a freezer-safe bag or container and store for up to 1 month.
  • For Reheating: Simply reheat in the microwave until the chicken is warmed through.
  • Recipe minimally adapted from Donna Hay. 

Nutrition Information

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Calories 485kcal (24%) Carbohydrates 8g (3%) Protein 36g (72%) Fat 35g (54%) Saturated Fat 12g (60%) Cholesterol 158mg (53%) Sodium 185mg (8%) Potassium 472mg (13%) Fiber 2g (8%) Sugar 2g (4%) Vitamin A 459IU (9%) Vitamin C 46mg (51%) Calcium 45mg (5%) Iron 2mg (11%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 485 kcal

% Daily Value*

Calories 485kcal 24%
Carbohydrates 8g 3%
Protein 36g 72%
Fat 35g 54%
Saturated Fat 12g 60%
Cholesterol 158mg 53%
Sodium 185mg 8%
Potassium 472mg 10%
Fiber 2g 8%
Sugar 2g 4%
Vitamin A 459IU 9%
Vitamin C 46mg 51%
Calcium 45mg 5%
Iron 2mg 11%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

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