Ingredients for Apple Juice Butt Chicken
- 1 whole broiler fryer chicken
- 16 ounces apple juice
- 0 orange zest
- 0 poultry seasoning
- 1 bay leaf
- 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme leaves
- 0 rosemary
- 1 orange
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tablespoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
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How to Make Apple Juice Butt Chicken
- Prepare the apple juice can: Drink a 12-ounce can of your favorite beer or soda, ensuring it's completely empty and clean.
- Infuse the can: Pour 8 ounces of apple juice into the cleaned can.
- Spice it up: In a small bowl, combine 1 tablespoon paprika, 1 teaspoon garlic powder, 1 teaspoon onion powder, 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme, 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional), and 1 bay leaf. Divide the spice mixture in half. Add half the spice mix and the bay leaf to the can of apple juice.
- Reserve basting spices: Set aside the remaining spice mixture for basting.
- Prep the grilling pan: In a large 9x13 inch baking pan, pour 1 cup of apple juice and add slices from 1 orange.
- Assemble the chicken: Carefully place the chicken on top of the can, ensuring it's stable. Place the can with the chicken in the prepared baking pan.
- Grill the chicken: Preheat your gas grill to 350°F (175°C). Once heated, turn off the middle burner to prevent burning. Alternatively, if using a charcoal grill, maintain medium-high heat and manage the coals as needed.
- Baste and monitor: Every 30 minutes, baste the chicken generously with 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil and the reserved spice mixture.
- Check for doneness: The chicken is cooked through when a meat thermometer inserted into the thickest part registers 165°F (74°C). This typically takes around 2 hours but may vary depending on your grill and the size of the chicken.
- Rest and serve: Once cooked, carefully remove the chicken from the grill and let it rest for 10-15 minutes before carving and serving. Enjoy!
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
6 g
Sugar
58g
Fat
49g
Carbs
5g
