Salt Brick Grilled Chicken

Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
4%
Salt Brick Grilled Chicken
80 min.
4
362kcal

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Are you ready to elevate your grilling game? Introducing Salt Brick Grilled Chicken, a culinary delight that combines the art of grilling with the unique flavor-enhancing properties of salt blocks. This gluten-free and dairy-free recipe is perfect for those looking to enjoy a delicious and healthy meal without compromising on taste.

Imagine succulent chicken, perfectly cooked and infused with the subtle essence of salt, all while achieving that coveted crispy skin. The process begins with warming the salt blocks on the grill, creating a natural cooking surface that not only imparts flavor but also helps to retain moisture in the chicken. The result? Juicy, tender meat that bursts with flavor in every bite.

This dish is not just a meal; it's an experience. The combination of garlic and freshly squeezed lemon juice adds a zesty brightness that complements the rich, savory notes of the grilled chicken. Whether you're hosting a summer barbecue or simply enjoying a cozy dinner at home, Salt Brick Grilled Chicken is sure to impress your family and friends.

With a total preparation and cooking time of just 80 minutes, you can easily whip up this mouthwatering main course for four servings. So fire up the grill, gather your ingredients, and get ready to savor the incredible flavors of this unique dish. Your taste buds will thank you!

Ingredients

  • servings chicken 
  • cloves garlic 
  • servings pepper black
  • 0.5  optional: lemon 
  • servings olive oil 
  • servings salt 

Equipment

  • paper towels
  • knife
  • grill
  • kitchen thermometer
  • tongs
  • cutting board
  • oven mitt
  • poultry shears

Directions

  1. Place the salt blocks on a grill grate of a gas grill over low heat, close the lid and warm for 10 minutes while you prepare the chicken. Turn the heat to me­dium and heat the block for 10 more minutes. Its surface should be about 375°F. If you are using a charcoal fire, set up a bilevel fire with half the grill set up for low heat (one layer of coals) and the other half set up for medium heat (two layers of coals).
  2. Remove and discard the neck and package of innards from the cavity of the chicken.
  3. Place the chicken, breast side down, on a cutting board. With a large knife or poultry shears, cut down the length of the spine on both sides.
  4. Remove the spine.
  5. Cut the breast side of the chicken in half lengthwise. You will now have two chicken halves.Wash the halves in cold water and pat dry with paper towels. Coat with the olive oil and rub all over with the cut sides of the garlic cloves; afterward tuck the pieces of garlic under the edges of the skin. Season all over with the pepper.Clean the area of the grill grate not occupied by the salt block with a wire brush.
  6. Put the chicken halves, skin side down, on the grill grate and, using grill gloves or thick oven mitts, put a hot salt block on top of each half. Close the lid and cook until the chicken skin is crisp and deeply grill-marked, about 15 minutes.
  7. Remove the blocks using the grill gloves, flip the chicken halves with tongs, put the blocks back on top of the chicken, close the lid and cook until an instant-read thermometer inserted into the inside of the thicker thigh registers 170 degrees, 10 to 15 minutes.
  8. Remove the salt blocks, transfer the chicken to a clean cutting board and let rest for 5 minutes before cutting into parts.
  9. Drizzle with the lemon juice and serve.More grilled chicken recipes on Food Republic:Grilled Chicken Under A Brick Recipe
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Nutrition Facts

Calories362kcal
Protein22.57%
Fat75.69%
Carbs1.74%

Properties

Glycemic Index
21.88
Glycemic Load
0.31
Inflammation Score
-2
Nutrition Score
8.9030435759088%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
2.88mg
Hesperetin
3.77mg
Naringenin
0.07mg
Apigenin
0.01mg
Luteolin
0.27mg
Kaempferol
0.01mg
Myricetin
0.08mg
Quercetin
0.17mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:362.28kcal
18.11%
Fat:30.38g
46.75%
Saturated Fat:6.61g
41.34%
Carbohydrates:1.57g
0.52%
Net Carbohydrates:1.15g
0.42%
Sugar:0.35g
0.38%
Cholesterol:81.36mg
27.12%
Sodium:270.42mg
11.76%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:20.38g
40.77%
Vitamin B3:7.4mg
36.99%
Selenium:15.79µg
22.55%
Vitamin B6:0.4mg
20%
Phosphorus:162.93mg
16.29%
Vitamin E:2.36mg
15.76%
Vitamin C:9.12mg
11.06%
Vitamin B5:1.02mg
10.19%
Vitamin K:10.23µg
9.74%
Zinc:1.44mg
9.6%
Vitamin B2:0.13mg
7.88%
Potassium:228.17mg
6.52%
Iron:1.16mg
6.44%
Magnesium:23.14mg
5.78%
Vitamin B12:0.34µg
5.6%
Vitamin B1:0.07mg
4.81%
Vitamin A:155.46IU
3.11%
Copper:0.06mg
3.04%
Manganese:0.05mg
2.52%
Folate:8.03µg
2.01%
Calcium:17.5mg
1.75%
Fiber:0.42g
1.68%
Vitamin D:0.22µg
1.45%