Melanie Johnson's Spatchcocked Chicken with Creamy Fennel Sauce Steals the Summer Spotlight
Melanie Johnson's Spatchcocked Chicken with Creamy Fennel Sauce Steals the Summer Spotlight
Melanie Johnson's Spatchcocked Chicken with Creamy Fennel Sauce Steals the Summer Spotlight
Kitchen garden cook Melanie Johnson has shared a summer recipe featuring spatchcocked chicken with a creamy fennel and lemon sauce. The dish highlights fennel, a seasonal favourite in both gardens and kitchens. Sophie Grigson recently included it among her eight top lifetime recipes. The recipe starts with a spatchcocked chicken, seasoned simply with salt and pepper. A mix of garlic, butter, herbs, and lemon juice is then rubbed over the meat for extra flavour.
The chicken roasts in the oven at 180°C fan (200°C/400°F/gas mark 6) for 45 to 55 minutes. Once cooked, it’s served hot with fat chips and a creamy fennel and lemon sauce. Chive flowers add a delicate garnish to finish the dish.
This summer dish brings together garden-fresh fennel and bold flavours. The roasted chicken, paired with rich chips and a tangy sauce, makes for a hearty meal. Grigson’s endorsement adds to its appeal as a standout recipe.
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