Roasted, Herbed Baby Chickens

1. 1

   Mix 4-1/2 oz butter with the herbs, spring onion lemon rind, 3/4 lemon juice, salt and pepper.

2. 2

   Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200C).

3. 3

   Using your poultry shears, cut down either side of the backbone.

4. 4

   Discard the backbone and gently flatten the chickens.

5. 5

   Lift the skin from the breastbone and the legs.

6. 6

   Gently push the butter between the skin and flesh.

7. 7

   Tuck the wings and neck inward.

8. 8

   Lay the chickens on a rack in a shallow baking dish.

9. 9

   Brush with the remaining butter and juice mixture.

10. 10

    Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until the juices run clear.

11. 11

    Remove from oven when done, and set aside for 5 minutes before serving.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.