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Prep Time: 20 Minutes Cook Time: 15 Minutes |
Ready In: 35 Minutes Servings: 4 |
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This recipe is courtesy of Terrance Brennan, Picholine Restaurant, New York City. Simple and VERY easy. You won't be sorry Ingredients:
1 whole chicken, about 3 1/2 lbs, halved lengthwise and boned |
1 large lemon, zest of |
4 large springs fresh rosemary |
1/2 cup plus 2 tbs. extra virgin olive oil |
4 large garlic cloves, crushed |
salt & freshly ground black pepper |
Directions:
1. In a large bowl, bruise lemon zest and rosemary between fingers to release oils. Stir in 6 Tbs. oil and the garlic. Place chicken in marinade, cover and refrigerate, turning occasionally, at least 8 hours or overnight. Preheat oven to 450°F Remove chicken from marinade and season with salt and pepper. Heat remaining 4 Tbs. oil in a large skillet over high heat until oil is hot, but not smoking. Add chicken, skin-side down. Place chicken brick on top of chicken. (I just wrap a brick in heavy duty aluminum foil) Cook until the underside is golden brown, about 4 minutes. place skillet with brick in oven and bake until juices run clear when pierced in the thickest part of the ghigh about 14 minutes. Serves 4. Serve with rice pilaf.
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