How To Make Spiced Yogurt Spatchcock Chicken
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Serves:
Ingredients
- 1 whole chicken (about 4 lbs)
- 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 2 teaspoons ground cumin
- 2 teaspoons ground paprika
- 1 teaspoon ground coriander
- 1 teaspoon ground turmeric
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- Fresh cilantro, for garnish
Instructions
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Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C).
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Place the chicken breast-side down on a cutting board. Use kitchen shears to cut along both sides of the backbone and remove it.
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Flip the chicken over and press down firmly on the breastbone to flatten it (this is called spatchcocking).
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In a bowl, mix together the yogurt, olive oil, lemon juice, cumin, paprika, coriander, turmeric, cinnamon, salt, and black pepper.
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Place the spatchcocked chicken in a roasting pan and pour the yogurt mixture over it, making sure to coat it evenly.
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Roast the chicken in the preheated oven for about 45 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
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Remove the chicken from the oven and let it rest for about 10 minutes before carving.
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Serve the spiced yogurt spatchcock chicken with fresh cilantro for a flavorful garnish.
Nutrition
- Calories : 342kcal
- Total Fat : 21g
- Saturated Fat : 5g
- Cholesterol : 109mg
- Sodium : 651mg
- Total Carbohydrates : 7g
- Dietary Fiber : 1g
- Sugar : 3g
- Protein : 31g
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