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Oven Roasted Spatchcock Chicken (Skillet Recipe)

Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 450
This flavorful spatchcock chicken is roasted to perfection with garlic, lemon, and herbs, resulting in juicy meat and crispy skin.

Ingredients

Main

  • 3 lb Whole chicken
  • 1/4 cup Extra virgin olive oil
  • 2 heads Garlic (halved)
  • 2 heads Vidalia onions (quartered)
  • 2 lemons Lemons (quartered)
  • 4 springs Fresh thyme
  • 1 tbsp Garlic powder
  • 1 tbsp Onion powder
  • 1 tbsp Brown sugar
  • 2 tsp Smoked paprika
  • 1/2 tsp Ground mustard
  • 1 tsp Kosher salt

Instructions 

  • Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
  • Pat chicken dry, prepare spice rub, and cut backbone to spatchcock the chicken.
  • Rub the chicken with olive oil, season with salt, pepper, and spice rub. Flatten the chicken.
  • Arrange lemon, onion, garlic, and thyme in skillet with chicken. Roast for 1 hour until internal temp reaches 165°F.
  • Rest the chicken covered with foil for 10 minutes before carving.

Notes

Ensure the chicken is fully cooked and rested before serving for best results.
Calories: 450kcal
Cost: $15
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Chicken