Deli Rotisserie Chicken
Juicy, flavorful, and perfectly seasoned, this Deli Rotisserie Chicken recipe brings the mouthwatering aroma of your favorite deli right to your kitchen. With a simple blend of pantry staples like paprika, garlic powder, and thyme, this whole roasted chicken is elevated to restaurant-quality perfection. Stuffed with fresh rosemary, thyme, and a zesty lemon, every bite bursts with herbaceous and citrusy goodness. The golden, crisp skin is achieved through careful seasoning and a basting of melted butter during roasting, ensuring an irresistibly tender and succulent interior. Ready in just 90 minutes, this homemade rotisserie chicken is ideal for a comforting weeknight dinner or an impressive centerpiece for family gatherings. Serve it with your favorite sides and watch it become a household favorite! Keywords: homemade deli rotisserie chicken, roasted whole chicken, flavorful chicken recipe, easy holiday meal.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 5-6 lbs Whole chicken
- 2 tablespoons Kosher salt
- 1.5 teaspoons Paprika
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Onion powder
- 1 teaspoon Dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon Ground black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 1 whole Lemon
- 2 sprigs Fresh rosemary
- 2 sprigs Fresh thyme
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). If you have a rotisserie attachment, prepare it according to the manufacturer’s instructions.
Remove the giblets from the cavity of the chicken, rinse the chicken inside and out with cold water, and pat it dry with paper towels.
In a small bowl, mix together the kosher salt, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, dried thyme, and ground black pepper.
Rub the chicken all over with olive oil, ensuring the skin is coated evenly. Then, generously season the chicken inside and out with the spice mixture.
Cut the lemon in half and place it inside the cavity of the chicken, along with the rosemary and thyme sprigs.
Tie the legs of the chicken together with kitchen twine and tuck the wings under the body to ensure even cooking.
Place the chicken on a rotisserie spit (if using a rotisserie attachment) or on a rack in a roasting pan breast-side up, ensuring there is space around it for air circulation.
Roast the chicken in the preheated oven for about 1 hour and 30 minutes, or until the internal temperature of the thickest part of the chicken (thigh) reaches 165°F (74°C). Baste the chicken with melted butter halfway through cooking for extra flavor and golden, crispy skin.
Once cooked, remove the chicken from the oven and let it rest for 10-15 minutes to allow the juices to redistribute.
Carve the chicken and serve immediately. Enjoy your homemade deli rotisserie chicken with your favorite sides!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1080 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 65.1 g | 83% | |
| Saturated Fat | 18.9 g | 94% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 376 mg | 125% | |
| Sodium | 933 mg | 41% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 3.1 g | 1% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.9 g | 3% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.9 g | ||
| Protein | 112.7 g | 225% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 80 mg | 6% | |
| Iron | 5.8 mg | 32% | |
| Potassium | 989 mg | 21% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
