Rotisserie Chicken Recipe
Ready for the juiciest, most delicious oven Rotisserie Chicken ever? It's so simple! With just a few ingredients and minimal prep, you'll be amazed at how easy it is.
Servings: 1 chicken
Calories: 1953kcal
Ingredients
- 1 (4-5 lbs) whole chicken trussed
- 1/2 tbsp unsalted butter melted
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper
- 1 tsp black pepper
- 2 tsp salt
- 3/4 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp onion powder
- 3/4 tsp dried herbes de Provence
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 250 degrees Fahrenheit (121 degrees Celsius), and place the rack in the lower-middle position.
- Heat 2 cups of water in the microwave for 3 minutes. Place it in the corner of the oven.
- Place the trussed chicken into a skillet, baking dish, or roasting pan. Make sure there's enough room around the chicken so that nothing drips out, and that it is deep enough to catch the juices.
- Rub the melted butter on the skin. In a small mixing bowl, combine the seasonings and spices, then rub the mixture on the buttered skin. You can gently lift up the skin around the breasts and rub some seasoning under there too.
- Place in the oven and bake for 3-4 hours (depending on the size of the chicken), basting twice during that time. Remove when a thermometer inserted into the thigh reaches 160 degrees Fahrenheit (71 degrees Celsius). Allow to rest for 10 minutes before transferring to a cutting board and carving.
Notes
For Slow Cooker: Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours, or on high for 4-5 hours.
To STORE your Oven Rotisserie Chicken, place leftovers in an airtight container and refrigerate for up to 4 days. You can also FREEZE the chicken in a freezer-safe bag for up to 3 months.
To REHEAT, thaw in the refrigerator overnight if frozen, then warm in a 350°F (175°C) oven for 20 minutes or until heated through. Alternatively, microwave on medium power, covered, in short intervals to avoid drying out.
Nutrition
Serving: 1serving | Calories: 1953kcal | Carbohydrates: 7g | Protein: 163g | Fat: 138g | Saturated Fat: 41g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 29g | Monounsaturated Fat: 56g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 668mg | Sodium: 5267mg | Potassium: 1819mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 3612IU | Vitamin C: 15mg | Calcium: 139mg | Iron: 10mg
