Edward Delling-Williams Chicken In A Brick Recipe

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Edward Delling-Williams Chicken In A Brick Recipe is a delicious and unique dish that involves cooking a whole chicken under a brick to achieve crispy skin and juicy meat. The weight of the brick helps to press the chicken evenly, resulting in a perfectly cooked bird with a beautiful presentation.

Prep Time: 20 minutes Cook Time: 1 hour

Ingredients:

  • 1 whole chicken
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 cloves of garlic, minced
  • 1 lemon, sliced
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh herbs (such as rosemary or thyme)

Instructions: How to Cook Edward Delling-Williams Chicken In A Brick

  1. Preheat your grill or oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Remove the backbone of the chicken using kitchen shears and flatten the chicken by pressing down on the breastbone.
  3. Season the chicken generously with salt, pepper, and minced garlic.
  4. Heat a cast-iron skillet or grill pan over medium-high heat and add olive oil.
  5. Place the chicken skin side down in the skillet and place a brick wrapped in foil on top of the chicken to press it down.
  6. Cook the chicken for about 30 minutes on each side, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
  7. During the last 10 minutes of cooking, add lemon slices and fresh herbs to the skillet for extra flavor.
  8. Remove the chicken from the skillet and let it rest for 10 minutes before carving.
  9. Serve the chicken with the pan juices and enjoy!
Edward Delling-Williams Chicken In A Brick Recipe