Mum's Lemon Garlic Chicken Recipe

Name: Mum's Lemon Garlic Chicken
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 12 lbs chicken (spatchcocked); ¼ cup unsalted butter (softened); 1 tablespoon kosher salt; 1 lemon, zest of; 1 tablespoon dried greek oregano; 1 tablespoon fresh thyme, minced; 4 garlic cloves, minced; 4 -6 garlic cloves, whole; 1 lemon, sliced; 2 tablespoons white wine; 1 lemon, juice of; 2 teaspoons dried greek oregano; 1 tablespoon honey; 2 tablespoons butter; salt & pepper

Servings: persons

3 12 lbs chicken (spatchcocked)
¼ cup unsalted butter (softened)
1 tablespoon kosher salt
1 lemon, zest of
1 tablespoon dried greek oregano
1 tablespoon fresh thyme, minced
4 garlic cloves, minced
4 -6 garlic cloves, whole
1 lemon, sliced
2 tablespoons white wine
1 lemon, juice of
2 teaspoons dried greek oregano
1 tablespoon honey
2 tablespoons butter
salt & pepper

1
Spatchcock the chicken - this means to open it up down the back and remove backbone.
2
This allows you to cook it whole but all spread out.
3
Mix 1/4 Cup unsalted butter (softened),1 Tbsp kosher salt, Zest of 1 lemon, 1 Tbsp dried Greek oregano, 1 Tbsp fresh thyme minced, and 4 garlic cloves minced, together in a small bowl until well blended.
4
Loosen skin from carcass of chicken gently with out tearing and shove gobs of butter mixture inside.
5
Massage gently on the outside to distribute evenly.
6
Do try to get it all over the breast and legs & thighs.
7
Tuck wing tips under.
8
Refrigerate over night.
9
Arrange 4 - 6 garlic cloves 1 lemon sliced in bottom of 9 x 13 baking dish.
10
Place chicken on top of lemon and garlic.
11
Mix together basting sauce ingredients and brush all overt skin before baking and several time during baking.
12
Roast at 400F for 35 - 45 minute.
13
If skin gets too brown tent loosely with foil.

627

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Protein

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* 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.
Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.

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 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 12 lbs chicken (spatchcocked), ¼ cup unsalted butter (softened), 1 tablespoon kosher salt, 1 lemon, zest of, and more.

Yes, Mum's Lemon Garlic Chicken 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!

Mum's Lemon Garlic Chicken

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