Lemon Garlic Spatchcocked Chicken

Instructions

1. 1

   Preheat your oven to 425 degrees Fahrenheit (220 degrees Celsius).

2. 2

   Place the spatchcocked chicken on a large baking sheet or roasting pan.

3. 3

   In a small bowl, combine the olive oil, minced garlic, lemon juice and zest, dried oregano, salt, and pepper to create the marinade.

4. 4

   Rub the marinade evenly over the entire surface of the chicken, both on the skin and underneath.

5. 5

   Let the chicken marinate for at least 15 minutes to absorb the flavors.

6. 6

   Once marinated, place the chicken in the preheated oven and roast for about 45-55 minutes, or until the chicken is golden brown and the internal temperature reaches 165 degrees Fahrenheit (74 degrees Celsius).

7. 7

   Halfway through the cooking time, baste the chicken with the pan juices to keep it moist.

8. 8

   Once cooked, remove the chicken from the oven and let it rest for 10 minutes before carving.

9. 9

   Serve the spatchcocked chicken with additional lemon slices on the side.