Description
Spatchcock chicken cooked in the oven for a juicy and crispy result.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 whole chicken (about 4–5 lbs)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 lemon (juiced)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 450°F (232°C).
- Place the chicken fillet-side down on a cutting board.
- Using kitchen shears, cut along both sides of the backbone and remove it.
- Flip the chicken over and press down on the fillet to flatten it.
- Rub olive oil, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and paprika all over the chicken.
- Squeeze lemon juice over the top.
- Place the chicken on a baking sheet and roast for 45-50 minutes.
- Check for doneness; the internal temperature should reach 165°F (74°C).
- Let it rest for 10 minutes before slicing.
Notes
- For extra flavor, marinate the chicken for a few hours before cooking.
- Pair with your favorite sides for a complete meal.
- Use a meat thermometer for accurate cooking.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 chicken
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 0g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
Keywords: spatchcock chicken oven, roasted chicken, easy chicken recipe