"Instead of being rubbed on the skin, spicy ginger-chile butter is spread under the skin, giving the meat a more intense flavor...."
INGREDIENTS
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2 tablespoons plus 1/2 teaspoon butter, at room temperature
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1 shallot, finely chopped (about 2 tablespoons)
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1 piece fresh ginger (2 inches long), peeled and finely chopped (about 2 tablespoons)
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1 tablespoon finely chopped pickled jalapeno chile
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1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
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2 teaspoons ground coriander
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Coarse salt and ground pepper
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1 whole chicken (3 1/2 pounds)
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2 large onions, thickly sliced
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1 lime, cut into 8 wedges (optional)