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Homemade Southwestern Rotisserie Chicken

This Southwestern-inspired rotisserie chicken transforms ordinary poultry into a mouthwatering meal with a blend of simple pantry spices. The low and slow cooking method results in incredibly tender meat that falls off the bone.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 5 hours 10 minutes
Total Time 9 hours 20 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Southwestern
Calories: 586
Ingredients Method Nutrition

Ingredients
  

  • 2 whole chickens about 4 pounds each, rinsed and patted dry
  • 4 teaspoons salt
  • 2 teaspoons paprika
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 teaspoon white pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 medium onion quartered
  • 4 tablespoons olive oil or melted butter

Method
 

  1. Gather all ingredients and measure your spices.
  2. In a small bowl, mix together salt, paprika, onion powder, thyme, white pepper, cayenne pepper, black pepper, and garlic powder to create your rotisserie spice blend.
  3. Remove any giblets from chicken cavities and rinse chickens inside and out under cold running water. Pat dry completely with paper towels.
  4. Rub the spice mixture thoroughly all over the outside of the chickens, under the skin, and inside the cavities. For best results, loosen the skin over the breasts and thighs to apply seasoning directly to the meat.
  5. Place quartered onion pieces inside the cavities.
  6. Cover seasoned chickens and refrigerate overnight, or for at least 4-6 hours to let the flavors penetrate the meat.
  7. When ready to cook, preheat your oven to 250°F (120°C). Remove chickens from the refrigerator and allow to sit at room temperature for about 30 minutes.
  8. Place chickens breast-side up on a rack in a roasting pan. Brush with olive oil or melted butter.
  9. Roast uncovered for approximately 5 hours, basting occasionally with pan drippings, until the internal temperature reaches 180°F (82°C) and the skin is golden and slightly crispy.
  10. Increase the oven temperature to 350°F (175°C) for the last 20 minutes to achieve that perfect crispy skin.
  11. Remove from oven and let rest for 10-15 minutes before carving to allow juices to redistribute.
  12. Serve warm with your favorite sides, or refrigerate for use in other recipes throughout the week.

Nutrition

Calories: 586kcalCarbohydrates: 4gProtein: 62gFat: 34gSaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 194mgSodium: 1351mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1g
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