Description
Garlic-Lime Spatchcock Chicken is a flavorful weeknight dinner that elevates your meal routine. With its golden-brown, crispy skin and zesty garlic-lime marinade, this dish transforms simple ingredients into a restaurant-quality experience. Ideal for family gatherings or casual dinners, it’s sure to impress both novice and seasoned cooks alike. Get ready to enjoy juicy chicken infused with vibrant flavors that will make every bite memorable.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 whole chicken (3–4 pounds)
- 6 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 2 limes, juiced
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp chili powder
- Optional: Fresh herbs (cilantro or parsley)
- Drizzle of honey
- 2 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 tsp ground cumin
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 450°F (232°C).
- Spatchcock the chicken by cutting along both sides of the backbone and flattening it by pressing down on the breastbone.
- In a bowl, whisk together garlic, lime juice, olive oil, soy sauce, honey, chili powder, cumin, salt, and pepper.
- Marinate the chicken in a zip-top bag or shallow dish for at least 30 minutes.
- Place the marinated chicken on a lined baking sheet and roast for about 45 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C). Broil for an additional 5 minutes if needed for crispiness.
- Let rest for 10-15 minutes before slicing.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 390
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 43g
- Cholesterol: 130mg