BUTTERFLIED CHICKEN WITH HERBS AND STICKY LEMON

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This recipe, submitted by Elise Lalor from Issaquah, WA, was the 2009 Judges' Choice and $10,000 winner(representing the Pacific region) in the 2009 Chicken Cooking contest put on by the National Chicken Council.

Provided by Sharon123

Categories     Whole Chicken

Time 1h10m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

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

Steps:

  • Sprinkle the chicken with kosher salt and pepper.
  • On a cookie sheet, place rosemary sprigs, thyme sprigs and garlic. Arrange flattened chicken on top and sprinkle with olive oil. Place chicken in 400° F oven for 20 minutes. Pour sherry vinegar over chicken and cook additional 15 minutes. Place lemon slices over chicken.
  • 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).
  • Test for doneness by inserting an instant read thermometer into the thickest part of the thigh. It should register 180°F
  • Remove chicken to platter and sprinkle with almonds and parsley. Enjoy!

Shahbaz Murad
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This dish is a keeper! I will definitely be making it again and again.


Sanjay Bhagawan
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I've made this recipe several times now, and it's always a hit with my family and friends. It's a great way to impress your guests without spending a lot of time in the kitchen.


Mukesh Nepali
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This recipe is perfect for a weeknight meal. It's quick and easy to make, and it's a healthy and delicious way to feed your family.


Nimrod Philip
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I'm not a big fan of cooking, but this recipe was so easy to follow. I was able to make it without any problems, and it turned out delicious.


John Velez
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This dish is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. My kids loved the chicken and the lemon sauce, and they even ate their broccoli!


Md Munjur
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I'm always looking for new ways to cook chicken, and this recipe definitely fits the bill. The chicken was so juicy and flavorful, and the lemon sauce was the perfect finishing touch.


Johnson Stanley David
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover chicken. I made it with some leftover rotisserie chicken, and it turned out great.


K Rttt
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I was a little hesitant to try this recipe because I'm not a big fan of lemon, but I'm so glad I did. The lemon sauce was not overpowering at all, and it really complemented the chicken.


Mim gim
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This dish is perfect for a summer cookout. It's light and refreshing, and the lemon sauce is the perfect complement to the grilled chicken.


Devan Vignati
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I'm a big fan of butterflied chicken, and this recipe did not disappoint. The chicken was cooked evenly and the lemon sauce was delicious.


mdlikhon likhon
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I love the combination of herbs and lemon in this dish. It's so refreshing and flavorful.


kamran lilla official
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This recipe is a keeper! The chicken was cooked to perfection, and the lemon sauce was divine. I will definitely be making this again and again.


Hope Anor
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I've made this dish several times now, and it's always a winner. It's a great way to impress your guests without spending a lot of time in the kitchen.


Omatillo Abdulxayev
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I made this recipe for a dinner party, and everyone loved it. The sticky lemon sauce was a real crowd-pleaser.


Wajahat Ali
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The chicken was so tender and flavorful! I cooked it on my grill, and it turned out perfectly.


surendra baniya
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I love how easy this recipe was to follow. I'm not a very experienced cook, but I was able to make this dish without any problems.


Moeen Jhedu
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This butterflied chicken with herbs and sticky lemon was a hit with my family! The chicken was juicy and flavorful, and the lemon sauce was the perfect balance of sweet and tangy. I will definitely be making this again.


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