{"id":23904,"date":"2023-06-27T12:00:00","date_gmt":"2023-06-27T12:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/entertainment.runfyers.com\/index.php\/2023\/06\/27\/spatchcock-chicken-the-recipe-critic\/"},"modified":"2023-06-27T12:00:00","modified_gmt":"2023-06-27T12:00:00","slug":"spatchcock-chicken-the-recipe-critic","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/entertainment.runfyers.com\/index.php\/2023\/06\/27\/spatchcock-chicken-the-recipe-critic\/","title":{"rendered":"Spatchcock Chicken &#8211; The Recipe Critic"},"content":{"rendered":"<p> <br \/>\n<\/p>\n<div>\n<p class=\"disclosure\"><em>This website may contain affiliate links and advertising so that we can provide recipes to you. Read my <a href=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/privacy-policy\/\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\" target=\"_self\" rel=\"noopener\">privacy policy<\/a>.<\/em><\/p>\n<div class=\"shared-counts-hidden-image-container\" style=\"display:none;\"><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1599\" src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/spatchcock_chicken.jpg\" data-pin-description=\"Spatchcock chicken is the secret to the most tender chicken and this method locks in all the juicy flavors. Seasoned with a delicious rub and oven-roasted to perfection this will be your new favorite way of cooking a chicken.\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/spatchcock_chicken.jpg\" alt=\"\"\/><\/noscript><\/div>\n<p><input class=\"jpibfi\" type=\"hidden\"\/><\/p>\n<p>Spatchcock chicken is the secret to the most tender chicken and this method locks in all the juicy flavors. Seasoned with a delicious rub and oven-roasted to perfection this will be your new favorite way of cooking a chicken.<\/p>\n<p>I love oven-roasted chicken! This recipe has all the home-cooked flavors you hope for in a meal. It also makes great leftovers because you can keep using the chicken throughout the week in other meals. If you have leftover chicken, you\u2019ve got to try this<a href=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/leftover-turkey-casserole\/\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\" target=\"_self\" rel=\"noopener\"> <\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/poppyseed-chicken-casserole\/\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\" target=\"_self\" rel=\"noopener\">casserole<\/a> or this delicious\u00a0of course <a href=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/chicken-noodle-soup-recipe\/\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\" target=\"_self\" rel=\"noopener\">chicken noodle soup<\/a>. I love using leftover chicken in this <a href=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/chicken-alfredo-dip\/\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\" target=\"_self\" rel=\"noopener\">appetizer<\/a> because it\u2019s always a total hit!<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"750\" height=\"1000\" alt=\"Top view of spatchcock chicken roasted on a roasting pan and garnished with roasted carrots, potatoes, and fresh herbs.\" class=\"wp-image-214757\" title=\"Spatchcock chicken is the secret to the most tender chicken and this method locks in all the juicy flavors. Seasoned with a delicious rub and oven-roasted to perfection this will be your new favorite way of cooking a chicken.\" srcset=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/spatchcock_chicken-750x1000.jpg 750w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/spatchcock_chicken-375x500.jpg 375w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/spatchcock_chicken-150x200.jpg 150w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"\" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/spatchcock-chicken\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"Spatchcock Chicken\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/spatchcock_chicken-750x1000.jpg\" src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/spatchcock_chicken-750x1000.jpg\"\/><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"750\" height=\"1000\" src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/spatchcock_chicken-750x1000.jpg\" alt=\"Top view of spatchcock chicken roasted on a roasting pan and garnished with roasted carrots, potatoes, and fresh herbs.\" class=\"wp-image-214757\" title=\"Spatchcock chicken is the secret to the most tender chicken and this method locks in all the juicy flavors. Seasoned with a delicious rub and oven-roasted to perfection this will be your new favorite way of cooking a chicken.\" srcset=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/spatchcock_chicken-750x1000.jpg 750w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/spatchcock_chicken-375x500.jpg 375w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/spatchcock_chicken-150x200.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"\" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/spatchcock-chicken\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"Spatchcock Chicken\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/spatchcock_chicken-750x1000.jpg\"\/><\/noscript><\/figure>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-what-is-spatchcock-chicken\">What is Spatchcock Chicken?<\/h2>\n<p>To spatchcock a chicken you simply butterfly it by removing the backbone so that you can spread out the chicken and flatten it out. This method reduces the cooking time and results in the juiciest chicken you will ever eat! It makes it so that the whole chicken is evenly distributed on the roasting pan allowing it to cook more evenly. Spatchcocking a chicken is my favorite way of cooking a whole chicken and I just know you are going to love it too! <\/p>\n<p>I have made chicken in a lot of different ways. Spatchcock is my favorite, but there are other ways I love too. I really love the method of <a href=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/baked-chicken\/\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\" target=\"_self\" rel=\"noopener\">baking<\/a> a whole chicken, and it\u2019s also delicious\u00a0in the <a href=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/air-fryer-whole-chicken\/\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\" target=\"_self\" rel=\"noopener\">air fryer<\/a>! I just love that spatchcocking works for the oven, smoker, or whatever you end up cooking your chicken in. It\u2019s easy to do and I\u2019ve got lots of tips to help you become a spatchcocking pro.\u00a0And once you have it down, you can spatchcock a <a href=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/spatchcock-turkey\/\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\" target=\"_self\" rel=\"noopener\">turkey<\/a> for your next Thanksgiving dinner!<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-ingredients-needed\">Ingredients Needed<\/h2>\n<p>There is not much needed to make an incredible chicken dinner. This recipe is surprisingly SO easy, and it only takes a few ingredients. I love to roast it with fresh vegetables for a full meal. See the recipe card below for exact measurements.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Whole Chicken: <\/strong>One whole chicken that is about 4-5 lbs. <\/li>\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/chicken-seasoning\/\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\" target=\"_self\" rel=\"noopener\">Homemade Chicken Seasoning<\/a>:<\/strong> My homemade seasoning is the best and adds the best flavor to this chicken recipe.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Rosemary and Parsley: <\/strong>Fresh herbs always add the best flavor!<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-how-to-spatchcock-chicken\">How to Spatchcock Chicken<\/h2>\n<p>If you have ever spatchcocked a turkey, this is the same process! Once you spatchcock a bird, you will see how easy it is! I walk you through the whole process so you have nothing to fear. It\u2019s the only way to cook a whole chicken and it\u2019s so pretty on a serving platter. You are going to love this spatchcock chicken recipe because it stays so juicy and delicious!<\/p>\n<ol>\n<li><strong>Dry:<\/strong>\u00a0Pat dry the chicken with a paper towel.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Cut:\u00a0<\/strong>Set the chicken breast side down on a baking sheet with a wire rack. Using very sharp kitchen shears, cut along the backbone from the tail to the neck. Cut along each side until it is removed. Discard the backbone or save it to make a stock.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Press:<\/strong>\u00a0Flip the chicken over and then use your hands to press firmly to flatten the ribs and break the breastbone. Make sure the chicken is completely flat and position the thighs outward on the baking sheet.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Rub:\u00a0<\/strong>Rub the chicken generously with the chicken seasoning.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-spatchcock-roasted-chicken\">Spatchcock Roasted Chicken<\/h2>\n<ol>\n<li><strong>Bake:<\/strong>\u00a0Preheat oven to 425 degrees Fahrenheit. Bake the turkey for 20 minutes. Then reduce oven temperature and cook at 400 degrees for about 1 \u00bd hours or until the thickest part reaches 165 degrees Fahrenheit on your meat thermometer.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Rest:<\/strong>\u00a0Remove the chicken from the oven and tent with foil. Let rest for 10-20 minutes. Then carve and serve.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-spatchcock-smoked-chicken\">Spatchcock Smoked Chicken<\/h2>\n<ol>\n<li><strong>Preheat:<\/strong>\u00a0Preheat your smoker to 240 degrees Fahrenheit. <\/li>\n<li><strong>Smoke:<\/strong>\u00a0Place the spatchcocked chicken in the smoker skin side up. Smoke for 3-4 hours or until the thickest part reaches 165 degrees Fahrenheit.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"1000\" alt=\"First photo of cutting out the backbone of the chicken with kitchen shears. Second photo of the backbone of the chicken removed. Third photo of flattening out the bird. Fourth photo of the spatchcocked chicken topped with seasonings.\" class=\"wp-image-214233\" title=\"Spatchcock chicken is the secret to the most tender chicken and this method locks in all the juicy flavors. Seasoned with a delicious rub and oven-roasted to perfection this will be your new favorite way of cooking a chicken.\" srcset=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/spatchcock-chicken-1000x1000.png 1000w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/spatchcock-chicken-250x250.png 250w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/spatchcock-chicken-300x300.png 300w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/spatchcock-chicken-96x96.png 96w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/spatchcock-chicken-150x150.png 150w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"\" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/spatchcock-chicken\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"Spatchcock Chicken\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/spatchcock-chicken-1000x1000.png\" src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/spatchcock-chicken-1000x1000.png\"\/><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"1000\" src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/spatchcock-chicken-1000x1000.png\" alt=\"First photo of cutting out the backbone of the chicken with kitchen shears. Second photo of the backbone of the chicken removed. Third photo of flattening out the bird. Fourth photo of the spatchcocked chicken topped with seasonings.\" class=\"wp-image-214233\" title=\"Spatchcock chicken is the secret to the most tender chicken and this method locks in all the juicy flavors. Seasoned with a delicious rub and oven-roasted to perfection this will be your new favorite way of cooking a chicken.\" srcset=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/spatchcock-chicken-1000x1000.png 1000w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/spatchcock-chicken-250x250.png 250w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/spatchcock-chicken-300x300.png 300w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/spatchcock-chicken-96x96.png 96w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/spatchcock-chicken-150x150.png 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"\" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/spatchcock-chicken\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"Spatchcock Chicken\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/spatchcock-chicken-1000x1000.png\"\/><\/noscript><\/figure>\n<div class=\"block-quick-tips\"><!-- .block-quick-tips__icon --><\/p>\n<div class=\"block-quick-tips__inner\">\n<div class=\"block-quick-tips__content\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Tips For Spatchcocking <\/h3>\n<p>If you are not familiar with breaking down a bird and have never spatchcocked anything before, here are some tips to help you feel confident! All it takes is one time and you will be a pro!<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Watch a Video:<\/strong>\u00a0If you have read these instructions and still feel nervous, watch a video! There are lots of videos on the internet showing professional chefs spatchcocking a chicken. Watch a few to get familiar with the process.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Practice:<\/strong>\u00a0If you are nervous about messing up on your chicken, don\u2019t be! A whole chicken isn\u2019t very expensive, so there is less pressure to get it perfect the first time!<\/li>\n<li><strong>How to Carve a Spatchcock Chicken:<\/strong>\u00a0You will have to carve it a little differently, but it\u2019s not harder! First, remove the legs and wings. You will remove the entire leg including the thigh at the joint. Next, separate the drumstick from the thigh. Then you will remove the breast from the bone and slice it. Finally, arrange it on a platter and you\u2019re done!<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p><!-- .block-quick-tips__inner --><\/div>\n<p> <!-- .block-quick-tips --><\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"750\" height=\"1000\" alt=\"Close up view of spatchcock chicken carved and served on a platter with roasted carrots, potatoes, and fresh herbs.\" class=\"wp-image-214758\" title=\"Spatchcock chicken is the secret to the most tender chicken and this method locks in all the juicy flavors. Seasoned with a delicious rub and oven-roasted to perfection this will be your new favorite way of cooking a chicken.\" srcset=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/spatchcock_chicken-1-750x1000.jpg 750w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/spatchcock_chicken-1-375x500.jpg 375w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/spatchcock_chicken-1-150x200.jpg 150w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"\" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/spatchcock-chicken\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"Spatchcock Chicken\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/spatchcock_chicken-1-750x1000.jpg\" src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/spatchcock_chicken-1-750x1000.jpg\"\/><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"750\" height=\"1000\" src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/spatchcock_chicken-1-750x1000.jpg\" alt=\"Close up view of spatchcock chicken carved and served on a platter with roasted carrots, potatoes, and fresh herbs.\" class=\"wp-image-214758\" title=\"Spatchcock chicken is the secret to the most tender chicken and this method locks in all the juicy flavors. Seasoned with a delicious rub and oven-roasted to perfection this will be your new favorite way of cooking a chicken.\" srcset=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/spatchcock_chicken-1-750x1000.jpg 750w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/spatchcock_chicken-1-375x500.jpg 375w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/spatchcock_chicken-1-150x200.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"\" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/spatchcock-chicken\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"Spatchcock Chicken\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/spatchcock_chicken-1-750x1000.jpg\"\/><\/noscript><\/figure>\n<div class=\"block-leftovers-callout\"><!-- .block-leftovers-callout__icon --><\/p>\n<div class=\"block-leftovers-callout__inner\">\n<div class=\"block-leftovers-callout__content\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Storing Leftover Chicken<\/h3>\n<p>I love leftover chicken because it makes great meals for a few days! Follow these tips for storing your leftovers to get the most out of this recipe.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>In the Refrigerator:\u00a0<\/strong>Store the chicken in an\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/goto.target.com\/c\/2773249\/81938\/2092?subid1=52e41fac28963d1e058a1042&amp;subid2=https%3A%2F%2Ftherecipecritic.com%2Fspatchcock-turkey%2F&amp;sharedid=The%20Recipe%20Critic&amp;subid3=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.target.com%2Fp%2Frubbermaid-10pc-brilliance-leak-proof-food-storage-containers-with-airtight-lids%2F-%2FA-51097873&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.target.com%2Fp%2Frubbermaid-10pc-brilliance-leak-proof-food-storage-containers-with-airtight-lids%2F-%2FA-51097873#donotlink\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"external\">airtight container<\/a>\u00a0in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. Use it in other dishes to get the most out of your chicken!<\/li>\n<li><strong>In the Freezer: <\/strong>My favorite way to store chicken in the freezer is in ziplock bags. Shred the chicken and seal in a ziplock bag releasing any excess air. Freeze for up to 2 months. It\u2019s great for last-minute meals and soups in the winter!<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p><!-- .block-leftovers-callout__inner --><\/div>\n<p> <!-- .block-leftovers-callout --><\/p>\n<div class=\"block-related-posts layout-beta\">\n<div class=\"block-related-posts__inner\">\n<header>\n<h3 class=\"block-related-posts__title\">Sides to Serve With Chicken<\/h3>\n<\/header>\n<div class=\"block-related-posts__content\">\n<p>Make your spatchcock chicken a full meal by serving it with some delicious sides! You can either roast vegetables with your chicken, or make other sides to go with it! This is a perfect Sunday meal and now you can make it complete with these other recipes.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p><!-- .block-related-posts__posts --><\/div>\n<p><!-- .block-related-posts__inner --><\/div>\n<p> <!-- .block-related-posts --><\/p>\n<div id=\"wprm-recipe-container-214114\" class=\"wprm-recipe-container\" data-recipe-id=\"214114\" data-servings=\"8\">\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe wprm-recipe-template-trc-edit\"> <!-- .wprm-template-trc-header --><\/p>\n<hr\/>\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-instructions-container wprm-recipe-214114-instructions-container wprm-block-text-normal\" data-recipe=\"214114\">\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-group\">\n<h4 class=\"wprm-recipe-group-name wprm-recipe-instruction-group-name wprm-block-text-bold\">To spatchcock the chicken:<\/h4>\n<ul class=\"wprm-recipe-instructions\">\n<li id=\"wprm-recipe-214114-step-0-0\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal;\">\n<p>Pat dry the chicken with a paper towel.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"wprm-recipe-214114-step-0-1\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal;\">\n<p><span style=\"display: block;\">Set the chicken breast side down on a baking sheet with a wire rack. Using very sharp kitchen shears, cut along the backbone from the tail to the neck. Cut along each side until it is removed. Discard the backbone or save it to make a stock.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"wprm-recipe-214114-step-0-2\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal;\">\n<p><span style=\"display: block;\">Flip the chicken over and use your hands to press firmly to flatten the ribs. Make sure the chicken is completely flat and position the thighs out on the baking sheet.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"wprm-recipe-214114-step-0-3\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal;\">\n<p><span style=\"display: block;\">Rub the chicken generously with the chicken seasoning<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-group\">\n<h4 class=\"wprm-recipe-group-name wprm-recipe-instruction-group-name wprm-block-text-bold\">To Roast the Chicken:<\/h4>\n<ul class=\"wprm-recipe-instructions\">\n<li id=\"wprm-recipe-214114-step-1-0\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal;\">\n<p><span style=\"display: block;\">Preheat your oven to 425 degrees Fahrenheit. Bake the chicken for 15 minutes. Reduce oven temperature and cook at 400 degrees Fahrenheit for about 1 hour or until the thickest part reaches 165 degrees.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"wprm-recipe-214114-step-1-1\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal;\">\n<p><span style=\"display: block;\">Remove the chicken from the oven and tent it with foil. Let rest for 10-20 minutes. Carve and serve.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-group\">\n<h4 class=\"wprm-recipe-group-name wprm-recipe-instruction-group-name wprm-block-text-bold\">To Smoke the Chicken:<\/h4>\n<ul class=\"wprm-recipe-instructions\">\n<li id=\"wprm-recipe-214114-step-2-0\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal;\">\n<p><span style=\"display: block;\">Preheat your smoker to 240 degrees Fahrenheit.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"wprm-recipe-214114-step-2-1\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal;\">\n<p><span style=\"display: block;\">Place the spatchcocked chicken in the smoker skin side up. Smoke for 3-4  hours or until the thickest part reaches 165 degrees Fahrenheit.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<hr\/>\n<hr\/>\n<p class=\"wprm-servings\">Serves: <span class=\"wprm-recipe-servings wprm-recipe-details wprm-recipe-servings-214114 wprm-recipe-servings-adjustable-disabled wprm-block-text-normal\" data-initial-servings=\"\" data-recipe=\"214114\" aria-label=\"Adjust recipe servings\">8<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-calories\" style=\"flex-basis: 180px\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: #424242\">Calories<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #757575\">214<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #757575\">kcal<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-daily\" style=\"color: #757575\"> (11%)<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-carbohydrates\" style=\"flex-basis: 180px\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: #424242\">Carbohydrates<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #757575\">2<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #757575\">g<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-daily\" style=\"color: #757575\"> (1%)<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-protein\" style=\"flex-basis: 180px\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: #424242\">Protein<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #757575\">18<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #757575\">g<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-daily\" style=\"color: #757575\"> (36%)<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-fat\" style=\"flex-basis: 180px\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: #424242\">Fat<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #757575\">15<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #757575\">g<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-daily\" style=\"color: #757575\"> (23%)<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-saturated_fat\" style=\"flex-basis: 180px\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: #424242\">Saturated Fat<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #757575\">4<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #757575\">g<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-daily\" style=\"color: #757575\"> (20%)<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-polyunsaturated_fat\" style=\"flex-basis: 180px\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: #424242\">Polyunsaturated Fat<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #757575\">3<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #757575\">g<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-monounsaturated_fat\" style=\"flex-basis: 180px\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: #424242\">Monounsaturated Fat<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #757575\">6<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #757575\">g<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-trans_fat\" style=\"flex-basis: 180px\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: #424242\">Trans Fat<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #757575\">0.1<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #757575\">g<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-cholesterol\" style=\"flex-basis: 180px\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: #424242\">Cholesterol<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #757575\">71<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #757575\">mg<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-daily\" style=\"color: #757575\"> (24%)<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-sodium\" style=\"flex-basis: 180px\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: #424242\">Sodium<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #757575\">67<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #757575\">mg<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-daily\" style=\"color: #757575\"> (3%)<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-potassium\" style=\"flex-basis: 180px\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: #424242\">Potassium<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #757575\">200<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #757575\">mg<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-daily\" style=\"color: #757575\"> (6%)<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-fiber\" style=\"flex-basis: 180px\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: #424242\">Fiber<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #757575\">0.3<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #757575\">g<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-daily\" style=\"color: #757575\"> (1%)<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-sugar\" style=\"flex-basis: 180px\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: #424242\">Sugar<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #757575\">0.1<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #757575\">g<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-vitamin_a\" style=\"flex-basis: 180px\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: #424242\">Vitamin A<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #757575\">210<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #757575\">IU<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-daily\" style=\"color: #757575\"> (4%)<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-vitamin_c\" style=\"flex-basis: 180px\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: #424242\">Vitamin C<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #757575\">2<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #757575\">mg<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-daily\" style=\"color: #757575\"> (2%)<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-calcium\" style=\"flex-basis: 180px\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: #424242\">Calcium<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #757575\">40<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #757575\">mg<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-daily\" style=\"color: #757575\"> (4%)<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-iron\" style=\"flex-basis: 180px\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: #424242\">Iron<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #757575\">2<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #757575\">mg<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-daily\" style=\"color: #757575\"> (11%)<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"small\"><em>All nutritional information is based on third party calculations and is only an estimate. 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