Chicken Tabaka

1.Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).

Prepare the chicken Butterfly the chicken by cutting along the backbone and opening it up like a book. Press firmly on the breastbone to flatten the chicken.

Make the marinade In a small bowl, combine the minced garlic, olive oil, lemon juice, paprika, salt, black pepper, thyme, and oregano to make the marinade.

Marinate the chicken Rub the marinade all over the chicken, making sure to get under the skin as well. Let the chicken marinate for at least 1 hour, or overnight in the refrigerator for best results.

Fry the chicken Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.

6.Coat the marinated chicken with flour, shaking off any excess.

7.Place the chicken in the skillet, breast-side down, and cook for about 10 minutes, or until golden brown and crispy.

8.Flip the chicken and cook for another 10 minutes until the other side is golden brown and crispy.

Finish cooking Transfer the chicken to a baking sheet and finish cooking in the preheated oven for about 15-20 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).

Serve Remove the chicken from the oven and let it rest for a few minutes before serving.