- remove the backbone with sharp knife of scissors
- lay the chicken flat with skin side up and press down to
flatten completely
- rinse chicken under cold water
- place in 1 gal plastic bag with salted water, remove air, and place
in ice box for 1 to 2 hours
- preheat oven and roasting pan to 425 deg F
- rinse chicken under cold water, pat dry with paper towels
- rub with softened butter, sprinkle with salt and pepper
- place flat on rack in preheated pan and roast 25 min at 425 deg F
- turn pan and roast 20-25 min at 500 deg F
- breast meat should read 160-165 deg F, thigh meat higher
- remove from pan, cover with aluminum foil, let rest 5 min
- carve and serve
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