Butterflied Chicken With Herbs And Sticky Lemon

Name: Butterflied Chicken With Herbs And Sticky Lemon
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 whole chicken, back bone and breast bone removed and flattened; 2 teaspoons kosher salt; 1/2 teaspoon fresh ground pepper; 5 sprigs rosemary; 10 long sprigs thyme; 10 garlic cloves; 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil; 1/4 cup sherry wine vinegar; 1 lemon, thinly sliced; 1/4 cup honey; 2 tablespoons adobo sauce from canned chipotle peppers (use more or less depending on heat level desired); 2 tablespoons toasted sliced almonds; 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley

Servings: persons

1 whole chicken, back bone and breast bone removed and flattened
2 teaspoons kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon fresh ground pepper
5 sprigs rosemary
10 long sprigs thyme
10 garlic cloves
2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
1/4 cup sherry wine vinegar
1 lemon, thinly sliced
1/4 cup honey
2 tablespoons adobo sauce from canned chipotle peppers (use more or less depending on heat level desired)
2 tablespoons toasted sliced almonds
1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley

1
Sprinkle the chicken with kosher salt and pepper.
2
On a cookie sheet, place rosemary sprigs, thyme sprigs and garlic. Arrange flattened chicken on top and sprinkle with olive oil. Place chicken in 400u00b0 F oven for 20 minutes. Pour sherry vinegar over chicken and cook additional 15 minutes. Place lemon slices over chicken.
3
In a small bowl, mix together the honey and chipotle sauce. Brush over lemon slices. Bake chicken additional 10-15 minutes, brushing with honey sauce (use foil to cover chicken if it starts to burn).
4
Test for doneness by inserting an instant read thermometer into the thickest part of the thigh. It should register 180u00b0F
5
Remove chicken to platter and sprinkle with almonds and parsley. Enjoy!

848

kcal

Calories

Fat

162

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Swap the honey for maple syrup or agave for a slightly different but equally rich sweetness.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 whole chicken, back bone and breast bone removed and flattened, 2 teaspoons kosher salt, 1/2 teaspoon fresh ground pepper, 5 sprigs rosemary, and more.

Yes, Butterflied Chicken With Herbs And Sticky Lemon falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!