Juicy Rotisserie Chicken (Printable)

Succulent golden-roasted whole chicken with crispy skin, seasoned with aromatic herbs and spices for tender, flavorful meat.

# What you'll need:

→ Chicken

01 - 1 whole chicken (3.5–4 lbs), giblets removed

→ Marinade & Seasoning

02 - 2 tbsp olive oil
03 - 2 tsp kosher salt
04 - 1 tsp freshly ground black pepper
05 - 1 tbsp paprika (smoked or sweet)
06 - 1 tsp garlic powder
07 - 1 tsp onion powder
08 - 1 tsp dried thyme
09 - 1/2 tsp dried rosemary
10 - 1 lemon, halved
11 - 4 garlic cloves, smashed

→ Optional Aromatics

12 - 1 small onion, quartered
13 - Fresh herbs (thyme, rosemary, parsley sprigs)

# Directions:

01 - Preheat oven to 375°F or prepare rotisserie grill according to manufacturer's instructions.
02 - Pat chicken dry with paper towels. Gently loosen skin over breasts and thighs with fingers.
03 - In small bowl, combine olive oil, salt, pepper, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, dried thyme, and dried rosemary.
04 - Rub half seasoning mixture under skin, remainder over entire exterior surface.
05 - Fill cavity with lemon halves, smashed garlic, optional onion quarters, and fresh herb sprigs.
06 - Tie legs together with kitchen twine and tuck wings under body.
07 - Secure chicken on spit. Roast 1 hour 10–20 minutes until thigh reaches 165°F and juices run clear.
08 - Place chicken breast-side up on rack in roasting pan. Roast 1 hour 20 minutes, basting occasionally, until golden and internal temperature reaches 165°F.
09 - Let chicken rest loosely tented with foil for 10–15 minutes before carving.

# Expert Suggestions:

01 -
  • The crispy skin alone is worth the effort and tastes like something from a fancy market
  • You get that slow-cooked flavor without monitoring a grill for hours
  • Leftovers (if there are any) make the most incredible chicken salad sandwiches
02 -
  • The thermometer is non-negotiable, cutting into check doneness lets all those juices escape
  • Air-drying the chicken uncovered in the fridge for even a few hours before cooking makes the skin remarkably crispier
03 -
  • If the skin browns too quickly, tent loosely with foil but don't seal it tight
  • The pan juices make incredible gravy or can be drizzled right over the carved meat

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