rhi's test list of sxs recipes

So-called because a brick wrapped in foil was traditionally used to weigh down the chicken. Spatchcocking the bird and having it in direct contact with the pan reduces the cooking time and gives crisp, golden skin

Fiery, piquant and less sweet than other varieties, Carolina BBQ sauce complements caramelised, smoky meat perfectly

Olia Hercules takes the rich, colourful pickings of an autumn harvest and adds an Eastern European twist to create this warming chicken dish

This flavoursome bang bang chicken salad with peanut butter sauce serves 4 in under an hour. Save any leftovers for your lunchbox the next day.

Cooking chicken under a brick or other heavy item crisps up the skin and cooks it much faster. This weighing down technique is usually done with a spatchcocked chicken but it works well with chicken legs, too. Serve in a mouthwatering butter of parsley, thyme and tarragon.

Soak chicken in buttermilk and fry until crisp and golden before stuffing in a brioche bun with lettuce and slaw for a great DIY takeaway to make at home

This is a brilliant lower calorie alternative to traditional fried chicken. It's also suitable for freezing so make a big batch and have a ready stash of crispy, juicy chicken!

This dish from Atul Kochhar is built around black pepper. It's a spicy, tangy and aromatic curry with fresh flavours. Remove the chicken skin to make this dish a little lighter.

Try Donal Skehan's healthy chicken thighs recipe with all the flavours of a full Sunday roast but with far less washing-up. A low-calorie winner, even with all those delicious roast potatoes

A classic chicken dish from Barbados, chicken legs are marinated in a scotch bonnet, marjoram and lime seasoning, then barbecued until brown and fragrant

Check out these super succulent, creamy BBQ butter chicken wings from chef Karam Sethi at Indian restaurant, Brigadiers

Try our moreish tray bake packed with crisp chicken thighs, creamy lemon sauce and fragrant rosemary

These juicy chicken wings are spiced with paprika, cumin, cayenne pepper and fresh oregano. Crisp up on the BBQ and serve with a light yogurt sauce to feed a hungry horde

Try our twist on the classic chicken pie, filled with succulent, spiced chicken thighs in creamy curry sauce and topped with a crusty naan. This indulgent recipe beats any Saturday night takeaway

Check out this epic bbq chicken thigh recipe with punchy buffalo sauce, fresh and crunchy iceberg lettuce and creamy ranch dressing. This easy recipe is perfect for a summertime bbq with friends and ready in under an hour