Chicken Under a Brick

Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Low Fod Map
Health score
8%
Chicken Under a Brick
45 min.
4
470kcal

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Looking for a delicious and unique way to prepare chicken that caters to various dietary preferences? Look no further than Chicken Under a Brick! This gluten-free, dairy-free, and low FODMAP recipe is sure to impress your family and friends without compromising on flavor or nutrition. With just 470 calories per serving, it's a perfect choice for a satisfying yet healthy lunch or dinner.

The technique of cooking chicken under a brick may seem unconventional, but it yields exceptionally crispy skin and juicy meat. By applying even weight on the chicken, the skin sizzles to golden perfection, locking in moisture and flavor. You’ll love how this simple yet effective method transforms an ordinary meal into a gourmet experience.

Ready in just 45 minutes, this recipe is not only time-efficient but also requires minimal ingredients, allowing the natural taste of the chicken to shine through. The combination of kosher salt, fresh ground pepper, and vegetable oil enhances the chicken's flavor while keeping it wholesome. Whether you're hosting a dinner party or enjoying a cozy weeknight meal, Chicken Under a Brick is bound to become a staple in your cooking repertoire.

Grab your grill and prepare to impress with this mouthwatering dish that brings restaurant-quality flair right to your backyard. Enjoy the rich flavors and make cherished memories around the dinner table with this delightful and nourishing recipe!

Ingredients

  • 3.5 pound chicken 
  • servings pepper freshly ground
  • tablespoons vegetable oil 

Equipment

  • grill
  • kitchen thermometer
  • tongs

Directions

  1. Prepare grill for high, indirect heat (for a charcoal grill, bank coals on 1 side of grill; for a gas grill, leave 1 or 2 burners off).
  2. Place chicken on work surface, skin side up. Using your palms, press firmly on breastbone to flatten breast.
  3. Rub chicken with oil; season with salt and pepper. Tuck wings slightly under breast.
  4. Place chicken, skin side down, over indirect heat, set bricks on top, and grill, covered, until skin is golden and crisp, 25-30 minutes. Using tongs, remove bricks; turn chicken, skin side up. Replace bricks and continue grilling until chicken is cooked through and an instant-read thermometer inserted into the thickest part of thigh registers 165°F, 25-30 minutes longer.
  5. Using kitchen shears, cut chicken along both sides of backbone to remove it. Flip chicken over. Press down on the breastbone until you hear it crack. Too chicken? Ask your butcher to do it for you.

Nutrition Facts

Calories470kcal
Protein30.72%
Fat69.22%
Carbs0.06%

Properties

Glycemic Index
8
Glycemic Load
0.01
Inflammation Score
-3
Nutrition Score
13.298695682507%

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:469.96kcal
23.5%
Fat:35.49g
54.61%
Saturated Fat:9.25g
57.81%
Carbohydrates:0.06g
0.02%
Net Carbohydrates:0.04g
0.01%
Sugar:0g
0%
Cholesterol:142.88mg
47.63%
Sodium:133.38mg
5.8%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:35.44g
70.89%
Vitamin B3:12.96mg
64.79%
Selenium:27.44µg
39.2%
Vitamin B6:0.67mg
33.35%
Phosphorus:280.21mg
28.02%
Vitamin B5:1.74mg
17.35%
Zinc:2.5mg
16.65%
Vitamin K:15.53µg
14.79%
Vitamin B2:0.23mg
13.46%
Potassium:361.39mg
10.33%
Vitamin B12:0.59µg
9.84%
Iron:1.73mg
9.59%
Magnesium:38.27mg
9.57%
Vitamin B1:0.11mg
7.63%
Vitamin E:1.13mg
7.53%
Vitamin A:267.26IU
5.35%
Copper:0.09mg
4.64%
Vitamin C:3.05mg
3.69%
Folate:11.45µg
2.86%
Vitamin D:0.38µg
2.54%
Manganese:0.05mg
2.45%
Calcium:21.4mg
2.14%
Source:Epicurious