Rotisserie Chicken Recipe: A Family Favorite
Indulge in the irresistible flavors of this homemade rotisserie chicken, perfect for cozy family dinners or special occasions. With its tender meat and crispy skin, this dish not only fills your home with a mouthwatering aroma but also creates cherished memories around the dinner table. Easy to prepare and incredibly versatile, you can use it in salads, sandwiches, or casseroles. Get ready to elevate your dining experience!
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 75 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 whole chicken (4–5 lbs)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp salt (adjust to taste)
- 1 tsp black pepper (adjust to taste)
- 4 cups water
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1 tbsp dried thyme
Instructions
- Brine the Chicken: Mix water, brown sugar, salt, and thyme in a large bowl until dissolved. Submerge the chicken in the brine for at least 4 hours or overnight.
- Prepare Your Chicken: After brining, remove the chicken and pat it dry with paper towels.
- Season Generously: Rub olive oil over the chicken and season with garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper on all sides.
- Roast Away: Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Place chicken on a roasting rack in a baking dish and roast for about 1 hour and 15 minutes or until internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).
- Resting Phase: Let the chicken rest for at least 15 minutes before carving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: <1g
- Sodium: 540mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg