THE BEST CHILI GARLIC LIME CHICKEN | SAM THE COOKING GUY

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https://youtu.be/hZMbN6-qP1A?si=bGlnZUPWdmmmXubn

The video features a cooking demonstration by Sam the Cooking Guy, where he prepares Smoked Chili Lime Garlic Chicken using just seven ingredients.

Ingredients

Whole Chicken: 1 (spatchcocked)

Kosher Salt: ½ teaspoon per pound of chicken (for dry brining)

C Mayo (Japanese mayonnaise): ⅓ cup

Garlic Paste: 5 tablespoons

Black Pepper: 1 teaspoon

Chipotle Chili Powder: 1 tablespoon

Lime: Zest and juice of 1 lime (juice from half a lime)

Key Steps in the Recipe:

Recipe Steps

Spatchcock the Chicken:

Use kitchen shears to remove the backbone of the chicken. Flatten it by pressing down on the breastbone.

Dry Brine:

Apply kosher salt evenly over the chicken and refrigerate uncovered for 4 hours to overnight. This enhances juiciness and flavor.

Prepare the Marinade:

In a bowl, mix together the C Mayo, garlic paste, black pepper, Chipotle chili powder, lime zest, and juice.

Marinate the Chicken:

Apply the marinade generously under the skin and all over the chicken.

Smoking:

Place the chicken on a smoker for about 2 hours until it reaches an internal temperature of around 165°F. If using an oven, set it to 275°F and place the chicken on a rack with a baking sheet underneath.

Rest and Serve:

After smoking, let the chicken rest for 10-15 minutes before carving and serving.

Tools Needed:

Joyfair 12.5 Inch Baking Pan with Rack Set, Quarter Size Stainless Steel Toaster Oven Pan and Wire Rack, Nonstick Metal Tray for Baking Cookies/Roasting...

iBayam Kitchen Scissors All Purpose Heavy Duty Meat Poultry Shears, Dishwasher Safe Food Cooking Scissors Stainless Steel Utility Scissors, 2-Pack (Black Red, Black Gray)

PIT BOSS 10697 Table Top Wood Grill With Temperature Control, Mahogany