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How to Make Rotisserie Chicken

Rotisserie Chicken

Juicy, flavorful rotisserie chicken made at home using a simple spice blend—no store-bought rotisserie required!
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 25 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine American
Servings 6
Calories 360 kcal

Equipment

  • - Rotisserie oven *or*
  • - Roasting pan
  • - Kitchen twine
  • - Meat thermometer

Ingredients
  

  • - 1 whole chicken 4–5 lbs, giblets removed
  • - 2 tbsp olive oil for oven method
  • - 2 tsp paprika
  • - 1½ tsp dried thyme
  • - 1 tsp garlic powder
  • - 1 tsp onion powder
  • - Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions
 

  • **Prep**: Pat chicken dry and remove giblets. Truss if desired.
  • **Rub**: Mix spices and rub all over chicken. Use oil only for oven method.
  • **Rotisserie Method**:
  • - Skewer chicken and insert into rotisserie oven.
  • - Cook ~60 minutes or per machine instructions (internal temp 165°F).
  • **Oven Method**:
  • - Preheat to 425°F. Place chicken in roasting pan.
  • - Roast 70–80 minutes, basting every 15–20 minutes.
  • **Rest**: Let chicken rest 10 minutes before carving.

Notes

- Substitute chicken pieces and reduce bake time to 30–45 minutes.
- Keep warm in slow cooker for up to 8 hours.
- Leftovers keep 3–4 days in fridge.
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