Golden Skin, Juicy Meat, Zero Fuss

A butterflied roast chook is one of those back-pocket recipes that never lets you down. It cooks faster, roasts more evenly, and delivers golden skin with juicy meat every single time. Add a herby ghee baste and it becomes something really special, without any extra effort.

Using OMGhee as the base for the baste means you get deep flavour and beautiful browning without worrying about burning. The garlic and parsley infuse into the ghee as it melts, soaking into the chicken and creating crisp skin and tender meat. Brushing the potatoes in the same mixture is a non-negotiable. They roast up golden and full of flavour alongside the chook.

Roasting everything together keeps things simple and makes this an ideal weekend meal or an easy family dinner that still feels generous. Once cooked, carve the chicken into quarters, scatter over fresh dill, and serve with crunchy chips and a sharp radicchio salad dressed with sweet balsamic to cut through the richness.

This is honest, comforting food that tastes like it has taken far more effort than it actually has. Exactly how a good roast should be.