Grilled Whole Butterfried Chicken is a fast and simple dish that produces juicy and tasty chicken with crispy skin. Butterflying the chicken helps it cook more evenly and faster, making it ideal for a weekday supper or a weekend barbecue. The preparation of this recipe is straightforward, and you will only need a few basic components.
Benefits:
- Chicken is high in protein and important minerals.
- Butterflying the chicken decreases cooking time and guarantees consistent cooking.
- Grilling the chicken imparts a smoky and wonderful taste.
Ingredients:
- Butter to fry the chicken
- 1/2 cup olive oil
- 2 tbsp. fresh rosemary chopped.
- 2 tbsp. fresh thyme chopped.
- 4 garlic cloves, minced.
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions:
- Preheat the grill to medium-high (about 400 °F).
- In a small bowl, combine the olive oil, chopped rosemary, chopped thyme, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper.
- Coat the chicken on both sides with the olive oil mixture and then place it in the oven.
- The chicken should be placed skin-side flat on the hot grill grate.
- Grill the chicken for 10-12 minutes on each side, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C) in the thickest portion of the flesh.
- Remove the chicken from the grill and set aside 5-10 minutes before carving.
Serve the chicken with your favourite sides, such as grilled veggies or potato salad.