Ingredients and Weight
- 1 whole chicken (about 3 pounds)
- 1 gallon water
- 1 cup kosher salt
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1/4 cup mesquite powder
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh thyme
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh rosemary
Preparation Time
Cooking Time
- 12 hours for brining
- 1 hour for roasting
Difficulty Level
Preparation Method Steps
- In a large container, combine the water, salt, brown sugar, mesquite powder, thyme, and rosemary.
- Add the chicken to the brine and make sure it is completely submerged.
- Refrigerate the chicken in the brine for at least 12 hours, or up to 24 hours.
- Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
- Remove the chicken from the brine and pat dry.
- Place the chicken on a roasting pan and roast for 1 hour, or until the internal temperature reaches 165 degrees F (74 degrees C).
- Let the chicken rest for 10 minutes before carving and serving.
Nutritional Information
- Calories: 300
- Fat: 15 grams
- Protein: 30 grams
- Carbohydrates: 25 grams
Dish Characteristics
- Juicy and flavorful chicken
- Smoky mesquite flavor
- Herb-infused brine
User Comments
- "This chicken was so moist and flavorful! The mesquite powder really gave it a unique and delicious taste."
- "I loved the herb-infused brine. It really enhanced the flavor of the chicken."
- "This dish was easy to make and turned out perfectly. I will definitely be making it again."
Special Precautions and Tips
- Be sure to use a large enough container to hold the chicken and the brine.
- If you don't have mesquite powder, you can substitute smoked paprika or chipotle powder.
- Don't overcook the chicken, or it will become dry.
