Rotisserie Chicken Recipe

This rotisserie chicken recipe is wonderfully straightforward, requiring just a
few basic seasonings and your grill. Periodic basting with a rich butter mixture
guarantees a crispy exterior and succulent interior. Our family adores it! Serve
this rotisserie chicken as the centerpiece of your meal alongside French fries
and coleslaw, or pair it with a variety of other side dishes.

Servings: 6

Author:

Prep Time:
10 minutes

Cook Time:
1 hour, 10 minutes

10 minutes

Total Time:
1 hour, 30 minutes

Course:

Main Course Dinner

Cuisine:

American

Keywords:

rotisserie chicken recipe

🧂 Ingredients

¼ cup butter

melted
1 tablespoon ground paprika
¼ tablespoon ground black pepper
1 tablespoon salt

plus a pinch for seasoning
1 whole chicken

3 pounds

Instructions

1 Begin by preheating your outdoor grill to high heat, making sure to lightly oil
the grate.
2 Next, sprinkle the inside of the chicken with a pinch of salt. Using kitchen
string, securely tie the legs together, and then fasten the wings close to the
body. Attach the chicken to the rotisserie setup.
3 Set the chicken on the grill and allow it to roast for 10 minutes over high
heat.
4 While the chicken begins its initial cooking, prepare the basting sauce by
combining the melted butter with a tablespoon of salt, the paprika, and black
pepper in a small bowl.
5 After the initial 10 minutes, reduce the grill’s heat to medium. Generously
apply the butter mixture to the chicken, coating it evenly.
6 Close the grill lid and let the chicken cook on medium heat. Continue to baste
the chicken periodically, ensuring it cooks evenly and develops a golden, crispy
skin.
7 Cook until the internal temperature of the thickest part of the chicken reaches
180 degrees Fahrenheit (83 degrees Celsius), which should take about 1 to 1½
hours.
8 Once fully cooked, remove the chicken from the rotisserie and let it rest for 10
to 15 minutes. This allows the juices to redistribute throughout the meat,
ensuring it is moist and flavorful when carved.