Butter Honey Paprika Rub

If & When heat, sugar, fat and acid get together, it's a party. Smoked paprika, honey, butter, and If & When Preserved Meyer Lemon Paste make the marinade that make the bird.

Need

1 whole spatchcock chicken (breastbone removed, bird secured in a flat position for quicker cooking + crispier skin)

2 TBS butter

2 TBS Bay Leaf Black Pepper Preserved Meyer Lemon Paste

1 TBS Honey

2 tsp smoked paprika

Do

Melt the butter; combine with other ingredients to make the rub mixture.

Dry the chicken and coat with the rub.

Let stand in fridge minimum 30 minutes (or all day for a stronger flavor).

Preheat oven to 425 degrees.

Cook chicken for 45 minutes +/- 5 min if chicken starts cool (but not cold).

Serve with veggies roasted with If & When.