Spatchcock Chicken in the Wood Fired Oven

Spatchcock Chicken and Gravy

In this video, the presenter demonstrates how to make spatchcock chicken with gravy. The chicken is flattened by removing the backbone, resulting in more even cooking. The presenter also prepares a flavorful gravy using herbs, vegetables, and vermouth.

Preparing the Chicken

• Spatchcock chicken involves removing the backbone to flatten it for better oven cooking.

• Season the chicken with chopped thyme, salt, and pepper.

• Prepare a gravy in the pan after cooking the chicken.

• Cook the chicken covered for 25 minutes, then remove foil and cook for an additional 10 minutes to brown the skin.

• Use a high-profile pan to prevent burning of the skin during browning.

Making the Gravy

• Place olive oil and thyme sprigs in the pan.

• Add seasoned chicken on top and rub with olive oil.

• Pour white vermouth over the chicken for added flavor.

• Cover tightly with double-layered foil before placing in oven.

Roasted Potatoes and Broccoli

• While waiting for the chicken to cook, prepare roasted potatoes with rosemary and broccoli.

Finishing Touches: Resting & Gravy

After cooking, it's important to let the spatchcock chicken rest before serving. Meanwhile, prepare a delicious gravy using pan drippings.

Resting and Finishing

• Remove cooked chicken from oven when skin is golden brown.

• Transfer it to a warm dish, cover it, and let it rest.

• Deglaze the pan with vermouth, scraping up flavorful brown bits.

• Squeeze out garlic and tomato juices into the pan.

• Reduce the mixture to burn off alcohol, then add chicken stock and reduce by half.

• Strain the gravy into a small saucepan.

Summary

In this video, the presenter demonstrates how to make spatchcock chicken with a flavorful gravy. The chicken is flattened by removing the backbone, resulting in more even cooking. It is seasoned with thyme, salt, and pepper before being cooked covered for 25 minutes and then uncovered for an additional 10 minutes to brown the skin. A high-profile pan is recommended to prevent burning during browning. Meanwhile, a delicious gravy is prepared using vermouth, herbs, vegetables, and chicken stock. After cooking, the chicken should be allowed to rest before serving.