Chicken with Lemon

01Method

1. 1

   Cut the chicken into portions, reserving the carcass for stock, and season the meat pieces.

2. 2

   Score the thighs to ensure even cooking throughout.

3. 3

   Prepare the marinade by whisking together yogurt, lemon juice, salt, pepper, and rosemary in a bowl.

4. 4

   Coat all chicken pieces in the marinade and let rest for approximately one hour.

5. 5

   Pour oil into a baking dish, arrange the chicken, sprinkle with rosemary, top with lemon slices, drizzle with lemon juice, and roast at 180°C.

6. 6

   After 45 minutes, remove from the oven. Transfer the pan juices to a saucepan and reduce. Return individual portions of chicken to warm through in the reduced sauce.

7. 7

   Meanwhile, prepare the salad by whisking lemon juice, sunflower oil, salt, and pepper together. Toss the greens with this dressing.

8. 8

   Plate the chicken, garnish with a roasted lemon slice and a sprig of rosemary, spoon the sauce over, and serve alongside the salad.