Steps

• Step 1

  Pat the chicken dry with paper towels.

  Ingredients

  • 1 Whole fresh young chicken

• Step 2

  In a container large enough to fit the chicken, mix together the Traeger Chicken Rub and enough water to submerge the chicken to create a brine. Place the chicken in the brine and refrigerate for 4-12 hours.

  Ingredients

  • 1  (9 oz) container of Traeger Chicken Rub

  • As Needed water

• Step 3

  When ready to cook, set the Traeger temperature to 375°F and preheat with the lid closed for 15 minutes.

  375 ˚F / 191 ˚C

• Step 4

  Remove the chicken from the brine; do not rinse.

• Step 5

  In a small bowl, mix together the butter, thyme, sage, salt, and pepper.

  Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 Tablespoon kosher salt

  • 1 Tablespoon chopped fresh sage

  • 1 Tablespoon chopped fresh thyme

  • 1/2 Cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, softened

  • 1 1/2 Tablespoon coarsely ground black pepper

• Step 6

  Spread the butter mixture all over the outside of the chicken. Stuff any remaining butter inside the cavity.

• Step 7

  Insert the probe between the chicken thigh and leg. Place the chicken directly on the grill grates. Close the lid and cook until the internal temperature reaches 165°F, about 1 hour. The internal temperature of the breast should also reach 165°F.

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  375 ˚F / 191 ˚C

  165 ˚F / 74 ˚C

• Step 8

  Remove the chicken from the grill and let rest for 15-20 minutes before carving. Enjoy!