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Apple Cider Glazed Rotisserie Chicken

Apple Cider Glazed Rotisserie Chicken

Elevate your grilling game with the Apple Cider Glazed Rotisserie Chicken. This recipe combines the allure of apple cider with the richness of rotisserie-cooked chicken. The tender meat, infused with maple syrup and a hint of black pepper, brings a symphony of flavors to your plate.
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Brining (6 hours), Grilling (1 hour) 7 hours
Total Time 7 hours
Course Main Course
Cuisine Fusion
Servings 4
Calories 450 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 1 large roasting chicken
  • 4 qts. water
  • 1 cup kosher salt
  • 2 cups sugar
  • 5 cinnamon sticks
  • 1 Tablespoon dried thyme leaf
  • 4 cups apple cider
  • 3/4 cup real maple syrup
  • 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

Instructions
 

Brining the Chicken:

  • In a large pot, combine water, kosher salt, sugar, cinnamon sticks, and dried thyme leaves to make the brine.
  • Bring the mixture to a boil, then remove from heat and let it cool.
  • Once cooled, refrigerate the brine until very cold.
  • Submerge the chicken in the brine, cover with plastic wrap, and refrigerate for 6 hours.

Preparing the Chicken for the Grill:

  • Remove the chicken from the brine and pat it dry.
  • Tie the chicken with butcher's twine to secure the legs and wings for even cooking on the rotisserie.

Grilling the Chicken:

  • Preheat the grill to low heat.
  • Place the chicken on the rotisserie spit and cage.
  • Grill the chicken on low heat, with the top open, for approximately 1 hour or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F.

Creating the Apple Cider Glaze:

  • While the chicken grills, combine apple cider, real maple syrup, and freshly ground black pepper in a saucepan.
  • Reduce the mixture over high heat until it thickens. Set aside to cool.

Glazing and Serving:

  • After about 25 minutes of grilling, start brushing the chicken with the apple cider glaze every 5 minutes.
  • Once the chicken's internal temperature reaches 165°F, remove it from the grill.
  • Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before carving.
  • Serve the Apple Cider Glazed Rotisserie Chicken with additional glaze on the side.

Notes

Tips:

  • Use a meat thermometer to ensure the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F.
  • Pat the chicken dry after brining to help achieve crispy skin.
  • Customize the glaze by adjusting the amount of black pepper for your preferred level of spiciness.
 

Nutritions (Per Serving):

  • Calories: 450 kcal
  • Total Fat: 18g
  • Saturated Fat: 5g
  • Cholesterol: 140mg
  • Sodium: 550mg
  • Total Carbohydrates: 40g
  • Dietary Fiber: 0g
  • Sugars: 35g
  • Protein: 30g
Keyword rotisserie