Spatchcocked Grilled Chicken

Step 1

In a small bowl, mix together the brown sugar, paprika, garlic powder, salt and pepper

Step 2

Pat chicken dry using a paper towel

Step 3

With your hands coat the chicken on all sides with the spice rub

Step 4

Heat your grill to medium high heat

Step 5

Once grill is preheated, brush grates with olive oil

Step 6

Grill the chicken skin side down over direct heat, until golden brown, crispy and lightly charred, about 5 minutes

Step 7

Turn the heat down to low, flip the chicken over

Step 8

** Continue to grill until skin is golden brown all over, juices run clear, and an instant read thermometer inserted into the thickest part of the meat registers 165°F

Step 9

This will take about 45 minutes

Step 10

While the chicken is cooking add the basil, cilantro, green onions, garlic cloves, mayonnaise, salt and lemon juice to a blender and blend on high and set aside.Once the chicken is cooked remove from the grill let it rest for 10 minutes before carving

Step 11

Serve alongside the green garlic sauce and enjoy! **If using a charcoal grill, move chicken away from indirect heat while cooking to be sure you don’t dry it out

Step 12

This method may take longer than 45 minutes, so be sure to use a thermometer for doneness.