BRINED WHOLE CHICKEN WITH LEMON AND THYME

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Make and share this Brined Whole Chicken With Lemon and Thyme recipe from Food.com.

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Categories     Whole Chicken

Time 1h50m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 cup granulated sugar
1 cup kosher salt
1 tablespoon dried thyme
2 lemons
1 whole chicken (3 1/2 to 4 lb.)
extra virgin olive oil
1 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
4 garlic cloves, crushed
6 -8 whole sprigs fresh thyme

Steps:

  • Make the brine--in a big pot, combine the sugar, salt, and dried thyme; squeeze the lemon juice into the pot and add the juiced lemon halves.
  • Add 1 gallon of cold water and stir the mixture to dissolve the sugar and salt.
  • Remove and discard the neck, giblets, wing tips, and any excess fat from the chicken; submerge teh chicken in the brine, breast side down, and cover and refrigerate for 3-4 hours.
  • Remove the chicken from the pot and discard the brine; pat the chicken dry with paper towels.
  • Lightly brush the outside of the chicken with oil.
  • Season with pepper inside and out.
  • Place the garlic and fresh thyme in the cavity of the chicken; tie the legs together.
  • Grill, breast side up, over Indirect Medium heat until the juices run clear and the internal temperature reaches 170° in the breast and 180° in the thickest part of the thigh, 1 1/2 to 1 1/2 hours.
  • Transfer the chicken to a cutting board and let rest for about 10 minutes before carving; serve warm.

Elahi Ihsan
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This recipe is a must-try for any chicken lover. The chicken is perfectly cooked and the lemon-thyme flavor is amazing.


Stunt Marion
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I'm not typically a fan of brined chicken but this recipe changed my mind. The chicken was incredibly moist and flavorful.


Muyange Wamulume
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I made this recipe for a potluck and it was a huge hit. Everyone loved the flavor of the chicken.


Mr LaH√úrEy
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This is my go-to chicken recipe. It's easy to make and always comes out delicious.


MD Sharif Khan hi
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I'm always looking for new ways to cook chicken and this recipe definitely delivers. The chicken was juicy and flavorful and the lemon-thyme brine was a nice touch.


Mithu Rahman
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I've tried several brined chicken recipes but this one is by far the best. The lemon and thyme add a perfect balance of flavor.


starkworks
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This recipe is a great way to impress your guests. The chicken is always a hit and it's so easy to make.


Rehmat ali Jutt
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I love the simplicity of this recipe. Just a few ingredients and you have a delicious, flavorful chicken.


Sumi Maharjan
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I was a bit skeptical about brining the chicken but I'm glad I did. It really made a difference in the flavor and texture of the chicken.


KING FAIZAN
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This recipe is a keeper! The chicken was moist and flavorful and the lemon-thyme brine added a delicious touch.


Ambrose Keroos
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I've made this recipe several times and it never disappoints. The chicken always comes out perfectly cooked and the lemon-thyme flavor is amazing.


Education Boy
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So easy and delicious! I'm a beginner cook and this recipe was a breeze to follow. The chicken was juicy and flavorful.


Victoria Aguirre
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I'm not a huge fan of chicken but this recipe changed my mind. The lemon and thyme brine really infused the chicken with flavor. Will definitely be making this again.


Mohamed Alm
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This recipe is a winner! The chicken turned out incredibly tender and flavorful. I followed the recipe exactly and it was perfect. Highly recommend it!


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