Citrus & Herb Roast Chicken | Weeknight meal or special occasion

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Avocado oil is healthier with a higher smoke point.

fresh rosemary

🥗Healthier: dried rosemary

💰Cheaper: dried thyme

Dried herbs are more accessible and last longer.

whole chicken

🥗Healthier: skinless chicken

💰Cheaper: chicken thighs

Thighs are cheaper and still flavorful.

chicken broth

🥗Healthier: vegetable broth

💰Cheaper: water + bouillon cubes

Bouillon is a cost-effective way to add flavor.

Make a salt brine by combining kosher salt with orange zest, lemon zest, black pepper, cayenne pepper, smoked paprika, and pressed fresh garlic.

Mince fresh thyme and rosemary, then mix them into the salt mixture.

Wash the citrus thoroughly, optionally dropping them in boiling water to remove any wax.

Remove giblets from the chicken and trim any excess skin around the neck.

Spatchcock the chicken by removing the backbone using kitchen scissors or a knife.

Press the chicken down to flatten it for even cooking.

Separate the skin from the meat by working fingers underneath the skin to create space.

Rub the salt mixture under the skin of the chicken for flavor infusion.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

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