Herb-Marinated Spatchcock Grilled Chicken with Lemon-Garlic Roasted Potatoes and Grilled Zucchini
A 86-minute American dinner for 4 — 685 calories per serving.
per serving, estimated
A butterflied whole chicken marinated in fresh herbs and grilled until golden, served alongside crispy lemon-garlic potatoes and smoky grilled zucchini.
Ingredients
Serves 4 · custom servings available with a Kiwi account
Herb-Marinated Spatchcock Grilled Chicken
- 3½ pounds whole chicken (spatchcocked (backbone removed, flattened))
- 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
- 1½ tablespoons fresh rosemary (finely chopped)
- 1½ tablespoons fresh thyme (finely chopped)
- 2 tablespoons fresh flat-leaf parsley (finely chopped)
- 4 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 lemon (zested and juiced)
- 1½ teaspoons Kosher salt
- ¾ teaspoon Black pepper (freshly ground)
- ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes — optional
Lemon-Garlic Roasted Potatoesbase
- 1½ pounds baby Yukon gold potatoes (halved)
- 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- ½ lemon (juiced)
- 1 teaspoon fresh rosemary (finely chopped)
- ¾ teaspoon Kosher salt
- ½ teaspoon Black pepper
Grilled Zucchini with Herb Oilside
- 3 zucchini (sliced lengthwise into 1/2-inch planks)
- 1½ tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 tablespoon fresh flat-leaf parsley (finely chopped)
- ½ teaspoon Kosher salt
- ¼ teaspoon Black pepper
- ½ lemon (cut into wedges for serving)
Steps
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Herb-Marinated Spatchcock Grilled Chicken
- Mince the 4 garlic cloves and finely chop the 1½ tablespoons rosemary, 1½ tablespoons thyme, and 2 tablespoons parsley. 6 min
- In a small bowl, whisk together 3 tablespoons olive oil, the minced garlic, rosemary, thyme, parsley, lemon zest, 2 tablespoons lemon juice, 1½ teaspoons kosher salt, ¾ teaspoon black pepper, and ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes (if using) to form the marinade. 4 min
- Pat the spatchcocked 3½-pound chicken dry with paper towels, then rub the marinade all over both sides, including under the breast skin; let it sit at room temperature for 20 minutes. 20 min
- Heat a gas grill to medium-high (about 425°F) or prepare a charcoal grill for two-zone cooking. 10 min
- Timing-sensitive step. Place the chicken skin-side down over direct heat and grill, pressing lightly with a spatula, for 5 minutes until the skin is golden and releases cleanly from the grates. 5 min
- Flip the chicken bone-side down, move to indirect heat, close the lid, and grill for 30–35 minutes until the thickest part of the thigh registers 165°F on an instant-read thermometer. 33 min
- Transfer the chicken to a cutting board and rest, loosely tented with foil, for 10 minutes before carving. 10 min
- Carve the chicken into quarters and arrange on a platter, spooning any resting juices over the top. 3 min
Lemon-Garlic Roasted Potatoesbase
- Preheat the oven to 425°F and line a large rimmed baking sheet with parchment or foil. 10 min
- Mince the 3 garlic cloves and finely chop the 1 teaspoon rosemary, then halve the 1½ pounds baby Yukon Gold potatoes. 6 min
- In a large bowl, toss the potatoes with 2 tablespoons olive oil, the minced garlic, rosemary, juice of ½ lemon, ¾ teaspoon kosher salt, and ½ teaspoon black pepper until evenly coated. 3 min
- Spread the potatoes cut-side down in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet and roast for 25–30 minutes, flipping once halfway through, until golden and crispy on the cut sides and tender throughout. 28 min
- Transfer the roasted potatoes to a serving dish. 2 min
Grilled Zucchini with Herb Oilside
- Slice the 3 zucchini lengthwise into ½-inch planks, then brush both sides with 1½ tablespoons olive oil and season with ½ teaspoon kosher salt and ¼ teaspoon black pepper. 5 min
- Finely chop the 1 tablespoon parsley and cut the ½ lemon into wedges; set aside for serving. 3 min
- Timing-sensitive step. Grill the zucchini planks over direct medium-high heat for 3–4 minutes per side, turning once, until distinct grill marks form and the planks are just tender but not limp. 7 min
- Arrange the grilled zucchini on a platter, scatter the chopped parsley over the top, and serve with the lemon wedges alongside. 2 min
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