Ingredients

The following ingredients have 4 Servings
  • 1 whole chicken (4-5 lbs)
  • 2 tsp. paprika
  • 1 tsp. dried oregano
  • 1 tsp. garlic powder
  • 1 tsp. onion powder
  • zest and juice of 1 lemon
  • 4 tbsp. olive oil
  • BBQ sauce for serving: (optional)
  • Sea salt and freshly ground black pepper

Instruction

  • Preheat your grill to medium heat.
  • Place the chicken, breast-side down, on a cutting board. Cut along both sides of the backbone from end to end with kitchen shears and remove the backbone. Flip the chicken breast side up, and open it like a book. Press firmly on the breasts with your palm to flatten (you should hear the breastbone break).
  • In a bowl, combine the olive oil, paprika, dried oregano, garlic powder, onion powder, lemon zest, and lemon juice, and season with salt and pepper to taste.
  • Brush the chicken with the paprika sauce.
  • Place the chicken on the grill, skin-side down, and grill for 8 to 10 minutes.
  • Turn the chicken over, close the cover, and continue cooking for another 8 to 10 minutes or until cooked through.
  • Serve with BBQ sauce, if desired.