Roast Sticky Chicken-Rotisserie Style

Recipe View 5 mins Gather all of your ingredients. (5 minutes)

Recipe View 5 mins In a small bowl, meticulously blend the salt, paprika, onion powder, dried thyme, white pepper, black pepper, cayenne pepper, and garlic powder. Set aside this aromatic spice rub. (5 minutes)

Recipe View 20 mins Remove and discard the giblets from the chickens. Thoroughly rinse the chicken cavities under cold water, then pat them completely dry with paper towels. Generously rub each chicken, inside and out, with the prepared spice mixture, ensuring every nook and cranny is coated. Place one quartered onion into the cavity of each chicken. (20 minutes)

Recipe View 4 mins Transfer the chickens to resealable plastic bags, or double wrap tightly with plastic wrap. Place them in the refrigerator and allow them to marinate for at least 4 to 6 hours, or preferably overnight, to allow the flavors to fully penetrate the meat. (4-6 hours or overnight)

Recipe View 10 mins Preheat your oven to 250 degrees F (120 degrees C). Carefully place the marinated chickens in a roasting pan. (10 minutes)

Recipe View 5 hrs Bake the chickens uncovered for approximately 5 hours, or until an instant-read thermometer inserted into the thickest part of the thigh, near the bone, registers at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C). The skin should be a beautiful, deep golden brown. (5 hours)

Recipe View 10 mins Once cooked, remove the chickens from the oven and let them rest, uncovered, for 10 minutes before carving and serving. This allows the juices to redistribute, resulting in a more tender and flavorful bird. (10 minutes)