Step 1

Rinse chicken cavities under cold water. Pat dry with paper towel inside and out. Pour lemon juice over chickens and use your hands to rub into the skin. Divide lemon, lemon grass, chillies, ginger and coriander among cavities. Place chickens in a large wok and add the water. Cover and bring to the boil over medium-low heat. Reduce heat to low and simmer for 30 minutes or until cooked through. Remove from heat. Drain.

Step 2

Meanwhile, preheat oven to 180°C. Combine the honey, sesame oil, Chinese five spice, cinnamon, salt and pepper in a small bowl.

Step 3

Transfer chickens to a roasting pan and brush with honey mixture. Roast in preheated oven, brushing occasionally with pan juices, for 25 minutes or until golden. Remove from oven. Remove and discard lemon mixture from cavities.

Step 4

Use kitchen scissors to cut chickens into small pieces. Arrange on a serving platter and sprinkle with coriander leaves to garnish. Serve immediately.