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spatchcock chicken pellet grill

Spatchcock Chicken Pellet Grill

Achieve juicy perfection with this spatchcock chicken pellet grill recipe. Learn how to prep, cook, and serve unforgettable smoky flavors today.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Resting Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 40 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 whole chicken (3-4 lbs) whole chicken
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tbsp salt
  • 1 tbsp black pepper
  • 1 tbsp garlic powder
  • 1 tbsp paprika
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • 1 tsp dried thyme
  • 1 lemon halved
  • 4 sprigs fresh rosemary

Equipment

  • Pellet Grill
  • Kitchen Shears
  • Meat Thermometer
  • Small Mixing Bowl
  • Tongs

Method
 

  1. Start by spatchcocking the chicken. Flip it breast-side down and cut along both sides of the backbone to remove it completely. Flip the chicken over and press down on the breastbone to flatten.
  2. In a small bowl, mix salt, pepper, garlic powder, paprika, onion powder, and thyme. Drizzle olive oil over the chicken and rub the seasoning all over, including under the skin.
  3. Preheat the pellet grill to 325°F. Place the halved lemon and rosemary sprigs inside the chicken cavity.
  4. Smoke the chicken on the grill, skin-side up, for about 1 hour and 15 minutes, until the internal temperature reaches 165°F in the thickest part of the breast.
  5. Transfer the chicken to a cutting board and let it rest for 10 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Calories: 300kcalProtein: 36gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 700mgVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 6mg

Notes

For extra flavor, try brining the chicken overnight in a salt water solution with herbs. Leftover spatchcock chicken can be stored in an airtight container for up to 3 days in the refrigerator. It can be reheated gently in the oven at 250°F. Experiment with different wood pellets for varied flavors – hickory and applewood work especially well with chicken.
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