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Learn how to Make Rotisserie Chicken for a delicious meal at home. This oven roasted chicken is seasoned perfectly and so tender making this one of my favorite chicken dinners.
Easy Rotisserie Chicken recipe
We love to pick up a store bought rotisserie chicken for an easy weeknight dinner. I recently thought I would attempt to make a rotisserie chicken at home. The results were fantastic.
The entire family loved this easy recipe for Rotisserie chicken. From the crispy skin to the tender meat, it was cooked to perfection. We all really enjoyed it and I loved how easy it was.
Give this juicy rotisserie chicken and see just how simple it is.
Ingredients
- Paprika
- Dried Thyme Leaves
- Garlic Powder
- Onion Powder
- Kosher Salt
- Black Pepper
- Whole Chicken (4-5 pounds), gizzards removed
- Olive Oil
How to Make Rotisserie Chicken
- Combine the seasonings. Mix together the seasonings in a small bowl.
- Dry the chicken. Use paper towels to dab the chicken until it is dry.
- Coat in olive oil and seasonings. Rub the outside of the chicken with olive oil and then rub on the seasoning mixture onto the outside of the chicken.
- Secure the wings. Tie the wings of the chicken behind the chicken with kitchen twine.
To Roast in the Oven:
- Preheat the oven. It should be set to 450 degrees F. Place the whole chicken in a large roasting pan or a cast iron skillet with the chicken breast side facing up.
- Brown the chicken. Cook at 450 degrees F for 12-15 minutes to brown the outside of the skin on the chicken. This gives the chicken the golden color that rotisserie chicken is known for.
- Reduce the temperature. Then reduce the oven temperature to 350 degrees F and cook for 60-70 minutes until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 160 degrees F.
- Allow to rest. Then remove the chicken and let it rest for 10-15 minutes and the chicken should reach an internal temperature of 165 degrees F during this resting time. We use a digital meat thermometer.
- Serve and enjoy this chicken. Then the chicken is ready to slice and enjoy!
How do you cook a rotisserie chicken in the oven?
- Prepare the chicken. Skewer the chicken.
- Insert the chicken. Insert the chicken into the rotisserie.
- Cook the chicken. Then cook the chicken based on the rotisserie’s manufacturer’s instructions. This is usually around 18-20 minutes per pound.
It would be approximately 60 minutes for a 3 pound chicken. Once the chicken has reached an internal temperature of 160 degrees F.
- Allow to rest. Then remove the chicken and let it rest for 10-15 minutes and the chicken should reach an internal temperature of 165 degrees F during this resting time. This is important for a juicy rotisserie chicken.
- Slice and enjoy this tasty meal. Then the chicken is ready to slice and enjoy!
How To Cut Rotisserie Chicken:
- Remove the string. Unwind this from the wing and leg area of the chicken.
- Separate the leg and thigh. Use a sharp knife to separate this joint.
- Pull apart the wing from the chicken. Simply twist the wing away from the chicken.
- Cut the breast into slices. Use a knife to cut slices on each side of the chicken breast.
- Slice or shred the chicken. Either option is great.
What to serve with Rotisserie Chicken:
- Brown Sugar Glazed Carrots. This recipe is tender and sweet.
- Quick and Easy Weeknight Macaroni and Cheese. You can whip this up even on busy weeknights.
- Mashed Potatoes. Homemade mashed potatoes are so rich and creamy.
These are just a few ideas. This recipe for rotisserie chicken goes with so many different things. It is also great on salad for a quick and healthy meal. Also, see 28 Best Rotisserie Chicken Sides for more ideas.
How to use leftovers:
- Chicken Salad. It is so easy to make chicken salad using shredded chicken leftovers. This comes together super fast for another great meal.
- Bacon Ranch Tacos. Taco Tuesday is even easier using leftover chicken.
- Buffalo chicken quesadilla recipe . Buffalo flavor fans will go crazy over these quesadillas.
- Crock Pot Chicken Alfredo Casserole Recipe . Turn leftover shredded chicken into this fabulous Chicken Alfredo Casserole. It does not disappoint.
We love to use leftover rotisserie chicken for more great meals. You can find all our 32 Leftover Rotisserie Chicken Recipes for more ideas.
Most of these meals can be put together in less than 15 minutes.
Tips and tricks:
- Make in advance. You can prepare the chicken with the seasoning and refrigerate up to 24 hours before cooking.
- Slow Cooker. For another cooking method, you can use the crockpot. The skin will not be as crispy as using the oven but it will still be delicious. Try this Crockpot Whole Chicken recipe to let the crock pot do the work.
- Meat thermometer. It is important to make sure the chicken is fully cooked. Use a meat thermometer to ensure it is 165 degrees inserted into the thickest portion.
- Oil. Olive oil gives the chicken great flavor but you can use any oil you prefer or have on hand.
How to store leftovers:
Allow to cool and place inside an airtight container. Store in the fridge up to 4 days.
If you need to store it longer, place in the freezer. Just take the chicken off the bones and place inside an airtight container. It can be frozen up to 3 months.
We love to have extra to freeze. It is so convenient to have to use for a quick meal later without having to cook the meat. See Can you freeze Rotisserie Chicken.
This really helps to avoid the temptation of getting take out or fast food. I can easily put together a nice dinner using leftover chicken in the freezer.
Now you know how to make a rotisserie chicken.
It is super easy following these simple step by step instructions. The results are delicious and the process is effortless.
Make a rotisserie chicken today for a great meal. The entire family will enjoy this flavor packed chicken. You will be so glad you tried this.
Print this recipe for rotisserie chicken below:
Rotisserie Chicken Recipe
Ingredients
- 2 tsp Paprika
- 1 tsp Dried Thyme Leaves
- 1 tsp Garlic Powder
- 1 tsp Onion Powder
- 1 tsp Kosher Salt
- 1/2 tsp Black Pepper
- 1 Whole Chicken 4-5 pounds, gizzards removed
- 2 Tbsp Olive Oil
Instructions
- Mix together the seasonings in a small bowl.
- Tap the chicken dry by dabbing it with a paper towel.
- Rub the outside of the chicken with olive oil and then rub on the seasoning mixture onto the outside of the chicken.
- Tie the wings of the chicken behind the chicken with kitchen twine.
To Roast in the Oven:
- Preheat the oven to 450 degrees F.
- Place the whole chicken in a large roasting pan or a cast iron skillet with the breast side facing up.
- Cook at 450 degrees F for 12-15 minutes to brown the outside of the skin on the chicken.  Then reduce the oven temperature to 350 degrees F and cook for 60-70 minutes until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 160 degrees F.
- Then remove the chicken and let it rest for 10-15 minutes and the chicken should reach an internal temperature of 165 degrees F during this resting time.
- Then the chicken is ready to slice and enjoy!
To Cook on a Rotisserie:
- Skewer the chicken. Insert the chicken into the rotisserie.
- Then cook the chicken based on the rotisserie’s manufacturer’s instructions. This is usually around 18-20 minutes per pound so it would be approximately 60 minutes for a 3 pound chicken.
- Once the chicken has reached an internal temperature of 160 degrees F.
- Then remove the chicken and let it rest for 10-15 minutes and the chicken should reach an internal temperature of 165 degrees F during this resting time.
- Then the chicken is ready to slice and enjoy!
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