Can you roast a chicken on a gas BBQ?

If you cook on Gas, grill the chicken on a medium-low heat . Once your BBQ is prepared, thread your whole chicken onto the spit and secure it according to the manufacturer instructions.

Can you cook a whole chicken on a charcoal grill?

Get the savory, smoky barbecue flavor on the entire chicken that can only come from a charcoal grill .

What is the best cooking method to keep chicken moist?

Sear and Bake For chicken breast that's crispy on the outside and juicy on the inside, employ the sear-and-bake method. Brown the outside of the meat on a pan then finish it off in the oven.

What can I spray on chicken to keep it moist?

Fill a spray bottle with a combination of apple cider vinegar and a little water. Spray the chicken with this mixture while it smokes to keep the chicken moist.

How long to leave chicken on grill before flipping?

To grill: preheat your grill to medium high and lightly oil the grates. Place chicken skin-side down and grill for 5-6 minutes until grill marks appear. Flip your chicken and cook for another 6-8 minutes more until the internal temp reaches 165 degrees F .

Do you flip chicken on gas grill?

While all grills are different, most of the time you'll be golden if you grill your chicken breasts for about 9-10 minutes, flipping the chicken breasts over at the halfway point so you get beautiful, even sear marks on each side of the chicken.

What is the difference between grilling and roasting BBQ?

Grill: cook hot and fast on a grate over the heat source. Barbecue: cook slowly at a low temperature in an enclosed space or on a grate over a heat source. Roast and bake are relatively interchangable: cook at a medium heat in an enclosed space.

What is the best temperature to cook chicken on a gas grill?

For the most part, chicken should be grilled at 350º to 450º F over direct or indirect medium heat. The only exception is when you're smoking the chicken. Often used with wings or whole chickens, smoking meat involves indirect cooking over very low heat, 225º to 250º F, with the addition of smoldering wood chunks.

How do you keep chicken from drying out on a charcoal grill?

Brine Before Grilling to Prevent Dry, Rubbery Chicken Brining is simply submerging the chicken in a salt-water solution before grilling.

Do you flip chicken on charcoal grill?

Typically, a good rule is to flip your chicken breasts within the first 5 minutes, let them cook for another 3-4 minutes, and then flip them again and cook them until they hit 165 degrees and the juices run clear on the bottom of the breast.”

How do you cook chicken without drying it out?

Her suggestion: Place boneless, skinless chicken breasts in a pan in a single layer, cover with a few inches of liquid (water, broth, etc.), add flavorings (spices, salt, herbs, soy sauce, etc.), then bring the liquid just barely to a boil over medium-high heat. Reduce the heat so the liquid simmers.

How do I add moisture to my BBQ?

Water Pan – Use a water pan in your smoker to maintain a humid environment so the meat doesn't cook with hot, dry air . Water works well, but you can also fill the water pan with beer, apple juice and cider vinegar for flavorful twists.

What adds moisture to chicken?

Brining: Brining the chicken breasts in a mixture of salt, sugar, and water for a few hours before cooking can help to retain moisture and add flavor. Marinating: Marinating the chicken breasts in a flavorful liquid such as lemon juice, olive oil, and herbs can help to tenderize the meat and add flavor.

How long to grill chicken without drying it out?

To grill: preheat your grill to medium high and lightly oil the grates. Place chicken skin-side down and grill for 5-6 minutes until grill marks appear. Flip your chicken and cook for another 6-8 minutes more until the internal temp reaches 165 degrees F .

Port-A-Pitt BBQ Chicken (Copycat Recipe) Recipe

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Submitted by Claudia Dawn

"Here in Northern Indiana, they have fund raisers where this chicken is sold. It is slow cooked in a large covered grill (about the size of a small travel trailer) where it is constantly moving from the grilling section to a dipping section and back. This makes it fall-apart tender and a spectacular flavor.Edited to add: Since the sauce makes a lot and I end up throwing so much of it away, I've been making up LOTS of chicken for freezing. I have been taking 2 or 3 whole chickens, cutting them in half; then baking the halves in the sauce (may need to bake in batches). When cool, I freeze in freezer bags dividing up the remaining sauce among the bags. When ready to eat, thaw and grill with the thawed marinade."

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photo by yogiclarebear

Ready In:: 50mins
Ingredients:: 7
Serves:: 10-12

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ingredients

1 lb butter
1 cup water
1 cup vinegar
2 tablespoons salt
1 tablespoon pepper
4 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
6 -8 lbs chicken pieces

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directions

Combine all ingredients.
Pour over chicken in large roasting pan. Cover with aluminum foil.
Bake in 325 degree oven 30 to 45 minutes.
Grill chicken until browned (about 15 minutes) dipping in marinade several times.

Questions & Replies

Instead if throwing the juice away, take and shred any leftover chicken, skin too. Put into pot with the juice. Simmer and ladel over mashed potatoes. Its amazing.

Heidi S.
Do you use cider vinegar?
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Reviews

You did it!!!! We loved this and it really did taste like the port-a-pit here in northern Indiana - only better! DS#1 declared he had never eaten better chicken and asked me to make it every time I make chicken. Thanks for a new family favorite. Oh by the way, did I forget to add that this was extremely easy and baked in the oven along the side dishes that I was preparing - and I threw in some rolls while the chicken was on the grill. I couldn't ask for easier or tastier! A zillion stars!

Acerast
I've got to try this! I lived in South Bend for a few years and never could pass up the port-a-pitt without stopping and getting some of that chicken....the best chicken ever! I now live I Texas and was telling my husband about it and how good it is...he'snever had it. Can't wait to make this! Yum!

Judy S.
I don't like chicken... EXCEPT THIS RECIPE. I used 5 leg/thigh pieces, and had enough sauce for 5 more. So I baked it for 45 minutes because my chicken was partially frozen. Took it out of oven and used my stove top grill with butter and olive oil to brown it on both sides. Put it back in sauce, lowered my heat to 275, and baked for another hour. Then grilled again to crisp. Dipping in juice when I flipped it. It falls off the bone. Oh, and instead of salt and pepper, I used soul food seasoning I found at the store. Will make this often.

RottNDachs
Hubby says: tender, tasty, tangy, two thumbs up! Wife says: easy to make and clean up, happy hubby = happy me!

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yogiclarebear
Very moist. Thanks for posting.

Devin71

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Tweaks

I put 12 different kinds of seasoning. But used the same liquids as you.

Human Resource M.
Soul Food Seasoning in amount of salt, instead of salt and pepper. Used stovetop grill to fry.

RottNDachs

RECIPE SUBMITTED BY

Claudia Dawn

Goshen, IN

I live in Northern Indiana with my husband of 37 years and best friend, Evan. Due to unfortunate circ*mstances and God's grace, we are raising our two beautiful grandchildren from our daughter, Chris, who lost her battle with breast cancer after a hard, four year battle. It is a responsibility that I do not take lightly. God has blessed us with these kids and it is an honor to be able to raise them. That's not to say, it's easy. Organization is the key. We do lots of meal planning and advance preparation. Evan & I enjoy eating out at fine restaurants and then trying to re-create gourmet meals at home. Unfortunately (?) we are such good cooks that we are usually disappointed when eating out because we know that what we prepare tastes better (and less expensive). Therefore, we usually only order something that we haven't made at home. We love to cook together and spend many hours cooking for family and friends. Quite honestly, Evan is the better cook in the family. He has a knack for knowing what flavors and spices blend well together and has created many original creations. I love to find and try out new recipes - which is why I visit Recipezaar often. We've added many of your shared recipes to my public cookbook titled Permanent Edition. I only post recipes that are our favorites and feel that others will enjoy them. I look for ease of preparation AND outstanding flavor. If I post a recipe that's a little more work, it's because the end result deserves the extra effort. If we had a month off with no work, no responsibilities, and no financial issues; we'd spent time on the ocean in Oregon. My husband grew up in Seattle and spent summers at Cannon Beach (Oregon). I've only been there twice but absolutely love the area. <img src=http://i80.photobucket.com/albums/j166/ZaarNicksMom/Animation6.gif alt= /> <img src=http://i80.photobucket.com/albums/j166/ZaarNicksMom/PACsticker-Adopted.jpg alt= /> <img src=http://i6.photobucket.com/albums/y227/vjuhl/MEPcookathon.jpg alt= /> <img src=http://i250.photobucket.com/albums/gg271/MrsTeny/Permanent%20Collection/PACSpring09Participation.jpg alt= /> <img src=http://i250.photobucket.com/albums/gg271/MrsTeny/Permanent%20Collection/PACSpring09Iwasadopted.jpg alt= /> <img alt= /> src=http://i23.photobucket.com/albums/b399/susied214/permanent%20collection/PACfall08partic.jpg border=0 alt=Photobucket> <img src=http://i23.photobucket.com/albums/b399/susied214/permanent%20collection/IWasAdoptedfall08.jpg border=0 alt=Photobucket /> <img src=http://i23.photobucket.com/albums/b399/susied214/permanent%20collection/PAC08Main.jpg border=0 alt=Photobucket /> <img src=http://i23.photobucket.com/albums/b399/susied214/permanent%20collection/adoptedspring08.jpg border=0 alt=Photobucket /> <img src=http://i147.photobucket.com/albums/r317/j_welcome/pics2/food/PRMRcopy.jpg alt= />

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