Spatchcock Chicken

If you're looking for juicy meat, crispy skin, and quicker cook time—all without sacrificing flavor—Spatchcock Chicken is your go-to recipe. By removing the backbone and flattening the chicken, you create an even cooking surface that roasts beautifully in less time than a whole bird.

This primal, nutrient-dense version keeps things simple with tallow or butter, mineral-rich sea salt, and the option to brighten with lemon or herbal seasoning. Perfect for weekly meal prep or an impressive weekend roast, this is how real food was meant to be enjoyed: flavorful, filling, and full of benefits.

Ingredient Benefits

Whole Chicken (Spatchcock-cut)
– Rich source of complete protein and essential amino acids
– Provides collagen (especially when roasting with skin and bones)
– Offers zinc, iron, B vitamins, and healthy fats
– Spatchcocking reduces cook time and promotes even browning

Tallow or Butter (melted)
– Tallow is high in conjugated linoleic acid (CLA) and supports hormone health
– Butter is rich in fat-soluble vitamins A, D, E, K2, especially when grass-fed
– Helps crisp the skin and lock in moisture

Sea Salt
– Unrefined sea salt adds trace minerals like magnesium and potassium
– Enhances flavor without processed additives

Lemon Juice (optional)
– Boosts flavor and acts as a natural tenderizer
– Provides vitamin C and digestive support

Salt-Free Poultry Seasoning (optional)
– Adds a blend of herbs like sage, thyme, rosemary, and marjoram
– Can support digestion, reduce inflammation, and elevate flavor without extra salt

Why You’ll Love It:

• Faster roasting time than whole chicken

• Naturally low-carb, gluten-free, and keto/paleo friendly

• Simple ingredients, deep flavor, and meal-prep friendly leftovers

• Perfect base for any seasoning or cultural twist