Description
Using the best dry rub for chicken, this simple grilled rotisserie-style whole chicken tastes better than takeout.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 whole chicken (about 4 pounds)
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 4–6 tablespoons chicken dry rub
Instructions
- Preheat grill to 375°F.
- Remove chicken from the wrapper and remove chicken parts. Using a paper towel, pat the chicken all over to remove any moisture. Remember to dry inside the rib cavity as well.
- Follow the step above to remove the wishbone.
- Drizzle the oil over the chicken and rub the oil all over the chicken,
- Sprinkle the dry rubber the chicken making sure to coat the bottom and get in all the nooks and crannies.
- Truss the chicken with cooking twine and let rest for 15-20 minutes.
- Place the chicken on the grill and cook for 60-70 minutes. Begin checking the internal temperature of the chicken with an instant-read thermometer at 55-60 minutes.
- Remove the chicken from the grill when the internal temperature reads 158°F.
- Tent loosely with aluminum foil and let rest for 15-20 minutes.
- After the chicken has rested, cut and remove the twine. Using a sharp knife, carve the chicken into pieces and serve.
