What does spatchcock mean?
To cut the backbone out of (a chicken) before roasting, or to cook (a chicken) in this way. To cook (meat, especially chicken) by roasting it after cutting out the backbone.
Example
"The chef decided to spatchcock the chicken before roasting it in the oven."
Reviewed by Deb Chak, Editor. AI-assisted content curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.