Prep Time: 15 mins | Cook Time: 4 hours | Makes: 1 chicken
INGREDIENTS:
- 4 lbs. whole chicken
- 3 tablespoons butter
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh oregano
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh basil
- 1 tablespoon fresh chives, finely chopped
INSTRUCTIONS:
- Preheat an outdoor grill for low heat.
- Rinse the chicken inside and out, then pat it dry. Loosen the skin around the breast area.
- Place three tablespoons of butter in various places under the skin. Mix the fresh herbs and place half under the skin and the other half inside the chicken.
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Cook the chicken with smoke for 4 hours or until the juices run clear when poked with a fork.
NUTRITION:
Calories: 250 | Protein: 25g | Fat: 15g | Carbohydrates: 0g | Fiber: 0g
CHEF'S KNIFE TIP:
When preparing the fresh herbs for the Herb Smoked Chicken, use a sharp chef's knife to finely chop them, ensuring they are evenly distributed throughout the chicken for maximum flavor. Additionally, when loosening the skin around the breast area, gently use a chef's knife to create small pockets without tearing the skin, allowing for easy insertion of the butter and herbs.
