"The word “buttery” is an understatement. Stuffing lots of butter and breadcrumbs under the skin makes for a most decadent and succulent bird...."
INGREDIENTS
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1 cup fresh coarse brioche or challah breadcrumbs
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2 tablespoons chopped thyme
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1 teaspoon finely grated lemon zest
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1 1/2 cups (3 sticks) unsalted butter, room temperature, divided
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1 tablespoon kosher salt, plus more
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1 (3 1/2–4-pound) chicken