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For the Love of Food

Crock-Pot Rotisserie Style Chicken

September 9, 2015 50 Comments

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Most of you know I am a huge fan of the wonderful Crock-Pot! My trusty Crock-Pot has saved me many times when I know I will have a long day, I just throw the ingredients in the pot, cover, and cook! Tonight I decided to make a whole chicken for dinner. Instead of roasting I decided I would just season it, toss it in the Crock-Pot, and let it cook in it’s own juices. The result was delish! The skin isn’t quite as crisp as a store bought Rotisserie but it was moist and tender and perfectly cooked after just 4.5 hrs! I also like the tip I got from Number 2 Pencil, place the chicken on top of a few balls of aluminum foil. This keeps the bird from sticking to the bottom and makes it easier to lift out when it is done cooking. Hope you enjoy this easy peasy recipe!
 

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Crock-Pot Rotisserie Chicken
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Crock-Pot Rotisserie Style Chicken

Ingredients

  • 5 lb whole chicken
  • seasonings of choice I used paprika for color and a Chicago style seasoning blend (I also add some extra salt and cracked black pepper)

Instructions

  • Rinse the chicken, discarding insides, and pat dry.
  • Season heavily inside and out.
  • Crush 4 sheets of aluminum foil into balls and place at the bottom of your Crock-Pot.
  • Place the whole chicken on top.
  • Cover and cook on high for 4.5 hours.
  • Remove to a cutting board and slice.
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We love chicken and I make sure we always have boneless chicken breasts, chicken thighs, and a whole chicken in the freezer for last minute recipes like this one!
 I used paprika for color and a Chicago Style seasoning blend for my chicken.

Season all over and inside!

Cover and cook for 4.5 hours. 
Make sure not to open the lid and peek!
The aluminum foil balls help to keep the bird from sticking to the bottom. 
It also makes it easier to lift out when it is done cooking.
I promise you it will be -dare I say-
 better than store bought rotisserie chicken.
 It is moist and literally falls apart!
Save the extra juices to baste on top!

            

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Filed Under: Chicken, Crock-Pot, Popular Tagged With: chicken, crockpot, rotisserie, slowcooker

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Comments

  1. Unknown

    February 7, 2016 at 6:56 pm

    instead of foil I halfed a couple of potatoes an placed them under the chicken.

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    • Nicole Hood

      February 19, 2016 at 8:23 pm

      Great idea!

      Reply
    • Kim

      August 20, 2019 at 1:39 pm

      Thank you! I didn’t have foil, or potatoes, so I used apples. Keeping my fingers crossed 🤞🏾.

      Reply
  2. Anonymous

    February 18, 2016 at 10:26 pm

    Do you cook on high or low?

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    • Nicole Hood

      February 19, 2016 at 8:23 pm

      Cook on high for 4 1/2 hrs.

      Reply
  3. Unknown

    May 21, 2016 at 2:42 pm

    Do you start with the frozen chicken or do you thaw it first?

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    • Unknown

      May 21, 2016 at 7:04 pm

      I'd like to know too:)

      Reply
    • Nicole Hood

      May 23, 2016 at 9:52 pm

      I thaw it first.

      Reply
  4. Unknown

    May 25, 2016 at 4:18 pm

    how much water do you add to the crockpot?

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    • Nicole Hood

      May 27, 2016 at 8:16 pm

      None is needed! The juices from the chicken keep it moist.

      Reply
  5. Kristin Flores

    June 28, 2016 at 1:49 pm

    Looks delicious!! Trying this tonight!

    Reply
  6. Admin

    July 24, 2016 at 11:54 am

    goood job friend !

    crossword

    Reply
  7. Katie Matthews

    August 16, 2016 at 10:33 am

    Trying this tonight! Thank you!

    Reply
  8. Anonymous

    August 19, 2016 at 1:41 pm

    Can you use a frozen chicken or does it have to be thawed first?

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    • Nicole Hood

      August 31, 2016 at 4:59 am

      Thawed first is best

      Reply
  9. Anonymous

    August 28, 2016 at 4:05 pm

    Has anyone tried this on low for a longer time? I was hoping to cook this while I was gone at work so dinner could be done when I get home 🙂

    Reply
    • Nicole Hood

      August 31, 2016 at 5:00 am

      Yes I would double the time on low. It should be fine.

      Reply
  10. Anonymous

    August 28, 2016 at 5:04 pm

    Usually most crock-pot recipes are 4 hours on high or 8 on low.

    Reply
    • Carolyn Fulton

      September 24, 2016 at 6:08 pm

      Most crock-pot recipes involve sauce. This works perfectly using the time and temperature given in the recipe. We love this at our house!

      Reply
  11. Anonymous

    November 2, 2016 at 2:34 am

    Could I cook some chicken breasts this way for enchiladas? sounds so easy and time saving!

    Reply
    • Nicole Hood

      November 7, 2016 at 8:25 am

      I bet that would be delicious!

      Reply
  12. Anonymous

    November 6, 2016 at 6:47 pm

    Should it be flipped half way through cooking?

    Reply
    • Nicole Hood

      November 7, 2016 at 8:24 am

      No need to flip. It will cook evenly.

      Reply
  13. Chris Coutu

    December 9, 2016 at 3:07 pm

    Does the skin get crispy?

    Reply
  14. Marilyn foster-Rosa

    January 15, 2017 at 6:55 pm

    Maybe if we rub a little olive oil on the top might make the skin crunchy maybe
    I'm trying this today

    Reply
  15. Lane & Holly @ With Two Spoons

    January 26, 2017 at 8:49 pm

    Love this! Super great way to make a chicken!

    Reply
  16. Megan @ MegUnprocessed

    January 27, 2017 at 12:47 am

    Such a good tip.

    Reply
  17. Lalaine Daniel

    January 28, 2017 at 1:53 pm

    i will try this tonight! Thank u for sharing this recipe

    Reply
  18. Jackie lynn Porter

    January 31, 2017 at 6:28 pm

    Trying this with a lemon pepper seasoning and salt pepper and garlic powder. Just put it on can't wait to try!

    Reply
    • Unknown

      February 1, 2017 at 5:23 pm

      How did it turn out?

      Reply
  19. Unknown

    July 2, 2017 at 9:08 pm

    This is one of the easiest chicken recipes I have used and it has come out BEAUTIFUL. Almost too good to be true!

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    • Nicole Hood

      July 7, 2017 at 6:25 am

      So happy to hear this! Thanks for sharing.

      Reply
  20. Unknown

    November 1, 2017 at 10:37 pm

    Did skin turn brown in Crock Pot, or did you brown in oven afterwards? Doing this tomorrow for guest…

    Reply
  21. Rachel @ I Love My Disorganized Life

    January 11, 2018 at 1:40 am

    I need to try this!

    Reply
  22. Family Spice

    January 11, 2018 at 7:21 pm

    I love that you can make a juicy roasted chicken in the crock pot!

    Reply
  23. Phoebe @ GettingFreedom

    January 12, 2018 at 2:54 pm

    This is hands down my favorite way to cook a whole chicken!

    Reply
  24. Megan Lawson

    January 12, 2018 at 7:08 pm

    I'm all about crockpot this time of year!

    Reply
  25. Rachel Gurk

    January 12, 2018 at 9:20 pm

    Love the idea of making your own and knowing exactly how and what it's been cooked with!

    Reply
  26. Unknown

    June 27, 2018 at 4:05 pm

    Will using a cooking bag in the crockpot change the way the chicken turns out?

    Reply
  27. Stephanie Goss

    July 7, 2018 at 3:56 pm

    Wow! I made this and I will say, I will never buy a roasted chicken from the grocery store again. This was so much better. We added our fav seasonings and herbs and it is delish. I let mine cook almost another hour because I started it a little to soon for dinner. I didn't get a photo, because right after it was done, the smell was drawing us in to pick pieces right off the bone! I was very tender! Its easy to customize to whatever you like. We had 2 cups of chicken left and I will be making Chicken alfredo with it. Thank you so much for this recipe, it a keeper!!

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  28. Anonymous

    February 6, 2019 at 11:29 pm

    I wouldn't rinse the raw chicken. It doesn't do anything to "clean" the chicken. All you are doing is spreading potentially harmful bacteria all around and in your sink. Patting the chicken dry with paper towels is a good move, though.

    Reply
  29. Deirdre

    September 17, 2019 at 6:24 pm

    This is hands down my favorite crock pot recipe. The chicken falls off the bone, it’s amazing every time and chicken is always on sale for whole chickens keeping cost down I love this chicken recipe. Thank you

    Reply
  30. Janet Jeffcoat

    September 30, 2020 at 9:56 am

    Made it last night and it was great. The foil balls are the trick. I put it under the broiler for 5 mins or until brown before serving.

    Reply
  31. Sandra Hill

    January 17, 2022 at 8:11 pm

    What is Chicago Style spices?

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    • Nicole

      January 19, 2022 at 10:34 pm

      Hi, If you scroll down in the post you will see a photo of the seasoning blend. It is just a steak seasoning mix by Weber that has Salt, Garlic, Spices, Red Bell Pepper And Red Pepper.

      Reply
      • Carolyn

        November 11, 2022 at 11:33 am

        Have you tried the one they make for chicken now? I have to wonder if it’s the same thing with a different label. 😆

        Reply
  32. Carolyn

    November 11, 2022 at 11:31 am

    This is delicious and so yummy. I don’t use the foil anymore; I bought this silicone ring thingie that sits on the bottom of my crockpot and holds the chicken up.

    Reply

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