Category: Char-Broil The Big Easy™

Copycat Boston Market Tuscan Herb Chicken on the Char-Broil Big Easy

Note: This recipe was developed using the Char-Broil Big Easy Oil-Less Fryer. If you are cooking using the Char-Broil Smoker-Roaster Grill you should cook with the lid open and the temperature set to High. You might also need to adjust the cooking time.

This copycat Boston Market Tuscan Herb chicken is exactly why I bought my Char-Broil Big Easy: crazy good chicken. Sure, I cook a lot of things on my Big Easy, but it cooks poultry like you’ve never had. Perfect every time and easy as you can possibly get. These split chicken breasts were packed with herb flavor. The skin was insanely crunchy and soooo tasty. And oh so moist meat. This may be the best chicken I’ve ever made.

Copycat Boston Market Tuscan Herb Chicken on the Char-B roil Big Easy

Any Chicken Cuts Will Do

You can use skin-less chicken breasts if you prefer, just rub the herb mixture over the meat. The original recipe was for a whole chicken, which you could also do. But make sure you check the meat temperatures in several places before removing the full bird from the cooker. I prefer split chicken breasts when I make this copycat of Boston Market Tuscan herb chicken on the Char-Broil Big Easy..

Char-Broil The Big Easy Better Basket , Silver
Char-Broil The Big Easy Better Basket , Silver

Also try my KFC roasted chicken and my citrus herb marinaded chicken, cooked up easy and delicious on the Big Easy.

It’s always a good idea to keep a few spare grease trays on hand for your Char-Broil Big Easy.

Char-Broil 2425514W12 Big Easy Grease Tray, Silver- 5 pack
Char-Broil 2425514W12 Big Easy Grease Tray, Silver- 5 pack

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Copycat Boston Market Tuscan Herb Chicken on the Char-B roil Big Easy
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Copycat Boston Market Tuscan Herb Chicken on the Char-Broil Big Easy

This copycat Boston Market Tuscan Herb chicken is exactly why I bought my Char-Broil Big Easy: crazy good chicken. 
Course Main
Cuisine American
Keyword Big Easy, Char-Broil, chicken
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 271kcal
Author Mike

Equipment

Ingredients

Instructions

  • Fire up your Big Easy. Spray the basket with non-stick spray.
  • Using your fingers, carefully separate the skin from the chicken meat, creating a pocket between the skin and breast.
  • Combine the oil and the basil, oregano, rosemary and garlic.
  • Rub the mixture between the skin and meat. Be generous with it.
  • Salt and pepper the outsides of the breasts.
  • Place into the Big Easy cooker and cook until the breast meat reaches 165 F. Depending on conditions and the size of the chicken breasts, plan on 10-15 minutes per pound.
  • Remove and devour.

Notes

You’ll need the Char-Broil Big Easy Bunk Bed Basket if you want to cook more than 2 split chicken breasts at a time.

Nutrition

Calories: 271kcal | Carbohydrates: 2g | Protein: 48g | Fat: 7g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 145mg | Sodium: 1197mg | Potassium: 874mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 102IU | Vitamin C: 3mg | Calcium: 36mg | Iron: 1mg

Nutritional values are approximate.

Char-Broil The Big Easy Bunk Bed Basket
Char-Broil The Big Easy Bunk Bed Basket

Butterflied Chicken Breasts on the Char-Broil Big Easy

Note: This recipe was developed using the Char-Broil Big Easy Oil-Less Fryer. If you are cooking using the Char-Broil Smoker-Roaster Grill you should cook with the lid open and the temperature set to High. You might also need to adjust the cooking time.

I love making split bone-in chicken breasts on my Char-Broil Big Easy. The Big Easy is the king of poultry cooking in my book. But I’ve never made boneless chicken in it until now. The new cooking rack available (update: no longer available. I recommend using a Bunk Bed basket instead) from Char-Broil lets me cook on 6 levels versus just two with the standard Big Easy basket and bunk bed basket. So, I bought 4 (you could do up to 6, like I mentioned, but here they come 4 in a family pack) chicken breasts and got started. I butterflied the chicken first. Butterflying ensures nice even cooking. Big ole thick breasts can be more challenging. Butterflying solves that. I let them marinate for a while then onto the Big Easy until done!

Butterflied Chicken Breasts on the Char-Broil Big Easy

Great On Salads

I sliced the butterflied chicken breasts on the Char-Broil Big Easy thin and used them to top some fantastic salads. The chicken was moist and packed with flavor.

Checking For Doneness

Make sure you test each chicken breast for doneness before removing it from the rack. Depending on weather conditions and the chicken thickness some may get done before others.

Char-Broil The Big Easy Bunk Bed Basket
Char-Broil The Big Easy Bunk Bed Basket

Also try my Stubb’s chicken rub chicken, also made on the Big Easy.

It’s always a good idea to keep a few spare grease trays on hand for your Char-Broil Big Easy.

Char-Broil 2425514W12 Big Easy Grease Tray, Silver- 5 pack
Char-Broil 2425514W12 Big Easy Grease Tray, Silver- 5 pack

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Butterflied Chicken Breasts on the Char-Broil Big Easy
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Boneless Skinless Chicken on the Char-Broil Big Easy

 Butterflying ensures nice even cooking. Big ole thick breasts can be more challenging. Butterflying solves that. I let them marinate for a while then onto the Big Easy until done!
Course Main
Cuisine American
Keyword Big Easy, breast, Char-Broil, chicken
Prep Time 2 hours
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 2 hours 30 minutes
Servings 6
Calories 258kcal
Author Mike

Equipment

Ingredients

  • 6 chicken breasts boneless, skinless, butterflied or pounded out to an even thickness
  • Your favorite marinade

Instructions

  • Place the chicken into a large resealable container.
  • Add the marinade, seal, and refrigerate for at least 2 hours.
  • Fire up your Big Easy.
  • Spray the racks with non-stick spray.
  • Add the chicken breasts and cook until the internal temperature reaches 165 F.

Notes

The breasts on the bottom racks may cook faster than those on the top. Check the temperature on EACH breast before removing it.

Nutrition

Calories: 258kcal | Protein: 48g | Fat: 6g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 145mg | Sodium: 262mg | Potassium: 836mg | Vitamin A: 68IU | Vitamin C: 3mg | Calcium: 11mg | Iron: 1mg

Nutritional values are approximate.

Char-Broil The Big Easy Bunk Bed Basket
Char-Broil The Big Easy Bunk Bed Basket

Chocolate Chip Cookies on the Char-Broil Big Easy

Note: This recipe was developed using the Char-Broil Big Easy Oil-Less Fryer. If you are cooking using the Char-Broil Smoker-Roaster Grill you should cook with the lid open and the temperature set to High. You might also need to adjust the cooking time.

I recently picked up a Char-Broil Cooking Rack (sadly, no longer available) for my Big Easy. The rack lets me cook up to 6 small trays of food at once, sorta like my Wingin’ator 3000 modification. My knee-jerk reaction was “Oh yes! I gotta do some wings!” but I resisted and went simple so I can learn how the rack does in the cooker. How much simpler can you get than baking up a batch of Chocolate Chip Cookies on the Char-Broil Big Easy? In no time at all I was enjoying some ooey-gooey cookies hot off my Big Easy oil-less fryer.

Note: Since the cooking rack is no longer available, you’ll want a bunk bed basket instead. It lets you double or even triple the amount of cooking space you have.

Chocolate Chip Cookies on the Char-Broil Big Easy

Just As Easy And Indoors. And More Fun.

These Chocolate Chip Cookies on the Char-Broil Big Easy are the perfect dessert for an outdoor party after you’ve already cooked your wings, chicken, ribs, or whatever other great dishes. I used refrigerated pre-made cookie dough, but your homemade cookie version will work just as well. I found that the cook time matched what the package stated for indoor cooking. Easy.

The cookies on the bottom trays cooked a bit quicker than those on the top. I was cooking on a cool (45 degrees F) day, with a light breeze, and that probably didn’t help. I did keep the wire mesh top on the cooker the entire time.

Char-Broil The Big Easy Bunk Bed Basket
Char-Broil The Big Easy Bunk Bed Basket

Also try my super loaded Twinkies also made on the Big Easy.

It’s always a good idea to keep a few spare grease trays on hand for your Char-Broil Big Easy.

Char-Broil 2425514W12 Big Easy Grease Tray, Silver- 5 pack
Char-Broil 2425514W12 Big Easy Grease Tray, Silver- 5 pack

Love your Big Easy as much I love mine? Check out my Big Easy Add-Ons page and my free Big Easy eCookbook!

Chocolate Chip Cookies on the Char-Broil Big Easy
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Chocolate Chip Cookies on the Char-Broil Big Easy

 How much simpler can you get than baking up a batch of chocolate chip cookies? In no time at all I was enjoying some ooey-gooey cookies hot off my Big Easy oil-less fryer.
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Keyword Big Easy, Char-Broil, cookies
Cook Time 14 minutes
Total Time 14 minutes
Servings 24 cookies
Calories 77kcal
Author Mike

Equipment

Ingredients

Instructions

  • Fire up your Big Easy.
  • Wrap the racks in foil and spray with non-stick spray.
  • Add 4 cookie squares to each rack as shown in the picture.
  • Cook for approximately 14 minutes. Start checking them after 10 minutes as the cook time will vary depending on weather conditions.
  • Remove and let cool completely before removing from the racks.

Notes

You’ll need a Big Easy Cooking Rack  How much simpler can you get than baking up a batch of chocolate chip cookies? In no time at all I was enjoying some ooey-gooey cookies hot off my Big Easy oil-less fryer.which has 6 trays, to cook an entire batch of cookies at once.

Nutrition

Calories: 77kcal | Carbohydrates: 10g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 4g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 1mg | Sodium: 55mg | Potassium: 28mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 5g | Iron: 1mg

Nutritional values are approximate.

Char-Broil The Big Easy Bunk Bed Basket
Char-Broil The Big Easy Bunk Bed Basket

Pesto Stuffed Mushrooms on the Char-Broil Big Easy

Note: This recipe was developed using the Char-Broil Big Easy Oil-Less Fryer. If you are cooking using the Char-Broil Smoker-Roaster Grill you should cook with the lid open and the temperature set to High. You might also need to adjust the cooking time.

These Pesto Stuffed Mushrooms on the Char-Broil Big Easy were stuffed with what may be the perfect combination of ingredients. Herby pesto. Sweet acidic tomatoes. Crunchy Panko breadcrumbs. And cheese. Parmesan and Asiago. I made the mushrooms on my Char-Broil Big Easy, but you can do them in the oven (at 350 F) or on your gas or charcoal grill just as easily. I used medium-sized Portobello mushrooms, but if you want to serve these as appetizers you can use mini-bellos instead. They’ll disappear off the plate, that’s for sure!

Pesto Stuffed Mushrooms on the Char-Broil Big Easy

Improvise, If Needed

If you don’t have sun-dried tomatoes you can substitute diced roasted red bell peppers or pimentos. I really liked the nuttiness of Asiago cheese, but if you find it to be too strong, a nice shredded Mozzarella will work just fine instead.

To make these pesto stuffed mushrooms on the Char-Broil Big Easy I used a bunk bed basket. It lets me double or even triple the amount of cooking space I have.

Char-Broil The Big Easy Bunk Bed Basket
Char-Broil The Big Easy Bunk Bed Basket

Also try my chili-stuffed mushrooms and my herb roasted mushrooms on the Big Easy.

It’s always a good idea to keep a few spare grease trays on hand for your Char-Broil Big Easy.

Char-Broil 2425514W12 Big Easy Grease Tray, Silver- 5 pack
Char-Broil 2425514W12 Big Easy Grease Tray, Silver- 5 pack

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Pesto Stuffed Mushrooms on the Char-Broil Big Easy
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Pesto Stuffed Mushrooms on the Char-Broil Big Easy

These mushrooms were stuffed with what may be the perfect combination of ingredients. Herby pesto. Sweet acidic tomatoes. Crunchy Panko breadcrumbs. And cheese. 
Course Side
Cuisine American
Keyword Big Easy, Char-Broil, mushroom, stuffed
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 542kcal
Author Mike

Equipment

Ingredients

Instructions

  • Fire up your Big Easy.
  • Wipe the mushrooms off and brush both sides with the oil.
  • Combine the pesto, Parmesan, sun-dried tomatoes and Panko in a bowl.
  • Season with salt and pepper.
  • Divide the pesto mixture between the mushrooms and top with the cheese.
  • Place into the Big Easy basket and cook for 10 minutes or until the cheese is melted.
  • Serve immediately.

Notes

You’ll need a Big Easy Bunk Bed Basket or Big Easy Cooking Rack to cook all the mushrooms or once, or divide the recipe in half and cook using a regular basket.

Nutrition

Calories: 542kcal | Carbohydrates: 22g | Protein: 21g | Fat: 42g | Saturated Fat: 13g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 47mg | Sodium: 1152mg | Potassium: 837mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 10g | Vitamin A: 1800IU | Vitamin C: 5mg | Calcium: 557mg | Iron: 3mg

Nutritional values are approximate.

Char-Broil The Big Easy Bunk Bed Basket
Char-Broil The Big Easy Bunk Bed Basket

Bacon-Wrapped Shrimp on the Char-Broil Big Easy

Note: This recipe was developed using the Char-Broil Big Easy Oil-Less Fryer. If you are cooking using the Char-Broil Smoker-Roaster Grill you should cook with the lid open and the temperature set to High. You might also need to adjust the cooking time.

I really should’ve listened to my inner voice. You know the one. The one that says “You should make a double batch of these bacon-wrapped shrimp on the Char-Broil Big Easy“. But I didn’t listen. I fired up my cooker and made just one batch. One little ole batch. I knew as soon as the bacon started cooking that I was in a for a treat. In almost no time I was enjoying hot, tender, moist shrimp wrapped in tasty bacon, seasoned with my favorite Fire-Eater rub, dipped in a cool remoulade sauce. You can’t beat it.

Bacon-Wrapped Shrimp on the Char-Broil Big Easy

Eat ‘Em Like Popcorn

Darn near anything wrapped in bacon is good. Bacon-wrapped shrimp and cooked on the Char-Broil Big Easy is crazy good. Try my bacon-wrapped appetizer sausages. Or bacon-wrapped Brussels sprouts. And of course, bacon-wrapped tater tots.

Char-Broil The Big Easy Bunk Bed Basket
Char-Broil The Big Easy Bunk Bed Basket

Stainless steel oyster shells are great for cooking shrimp on the Big Easy. Try my BBQ shrimp, you’ll love them!

It’s always a good idea to keep a few spare grease trays on hand for your Char-Broil Big Easy.

Char-Broil 2425514W12 Big Easy Grease Tray, Silver- 5 pack
Char-Broil 2425514W12 Big Easy Grease Tray, Silver- 5 pack

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Bacon-Wrapped Shrimp on the Char-Broil Big Easy
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Bacon-Wrapped Shrimp on the Char-Broil Big Easy

I really should’ve listened to my inner voice. You know the one. The one that says “You should make a double batch of these bacon-wrapped shrimp.
Course Appetizer
Cuisine American
Keyword bacon, Big Easy, Char-Broil, shirmp
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 110kcal
Author Mike

Equipment

Ingredients

  • 4 bacon 1 slice for every 3 shrimp
  • 12 shrimp shelled and deveined (I was able to cook 12 24-30 count shrimp at a time in the bottom of the Big Easy basket)
  • Your favorite seasoning I used our Fire-Eater Rub
  • Remoulade sauce for dipping (try our spicy Creole remoulade)

Instructions

  • Stick the bacon into the freezer for 15 minutes to make it easier to slice.
  • Fire up your Big Easy.
  • Slice the bacon into thirds and wrap around the shrimp.
  • Sprinkle the shrimp with the seasoning and place into the Big Easy basket.
  • Cook in the Big Easy for 20 minutes for large shrimp. Do not overcook or the shrimp will get tough.
  • Remove and let cool for 10 minutes to help crisp up the bacon.
  • Serve with remoulade sauce for dipping.

Notes

These shrimp are also great dunked in cocktail sauce!

Nutrition

Calories: 110kcal | Carbohydrates: 1g | Protein: 6g | Fat: 9g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 60mg | Sodium: 286mg | Potassium: 58mg | Vitamin A: 8IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 27mg | Iron: 1mg

Nutritional values are approximate.

Char-Broil The Big Easy Bunk Bed Basket
Char-Broil The Big Easy Bunk Bed Basket

Roasted Beets on the Char-Broil Big Easy

Note: This recipe was developed using the Char-Broil Big Easy Oil-Less Fryer. If you are cooking using the Char-Broil Smoker-Roaster Grill you should cook with the lid open and the temperature set to High. You might also need to adjust the cooking time.

Now, sure you can roast beets in your oven. Or even on your grill. But if you have a Char-Broil Big Easy, you should use it instead. The Big Easy is one of the best and easiest outdoor cookers you can find. No mess. No fuss. Perfect for everything from chicken to pies to yes, beets. Just brush the beets with a little oil, vinegar and spices and into the cooker. An hour or so later, perfectly roasted beets on the Char-Broil Big Easy.

Roasted Beets on the Char-Broil Big Easy

Perfect Roasted Beets!

After the beets cooled I peeled them and sliced them for topping a great side salad. These roasted beets on the Char-Broil Big Easy were perfect!

Using beets that are roughly the same size will ensure that they all get done at the same time, a big plus.

To make these beets on the Char-Broil Big Easy I used a bunk bed basket. It lets me double or even triple the amount of cooking space I have.

Char-Broil The Big Easy Bunk Bed Basket
Char-Broil The Big Easy Bunk Bed Basket

It’s always a good idea to keep a few spare grease trays on hand for your Char-Broil Big Easy.

Char-Broil 2425514W12 Big Easy Grease Tray, Silver- 5 pack
Char-Broil 2425514W12 Big Easy Grease Tray, Silver- 5 pack

Love your Big Easy as much I love mine? Check out my Big Easy Add-Ons page and my free Big Easy eCookbook!

Roasted Beets on the Char-Broil Big Easy
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Roasted Beets on the Char-Broil Big Easy

Now, sure you can roast beets in your oven. Or even on your grill. But if you have a Char-Broil Big Easy, you should use it instead. 
Course Side
Cuisine American
Keyword beets, Big Easy, Char-Broil
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 25 minutes
Servings 3 beets
Calories 77kcal
Author Mike

Equipment

Ingredients

Instructions

  • Fire up your Big Easy.
  • You can peel your beets before or after cooking. It’s easier to peel them first, but I think they stay moister if you peel them after they cook.
  • Cut the root end off so that the beets stand straight up.
  • Combine remaining ingredients and brush onto the beets.
  • Place beets into the Big Easy basket and lower into the cooker.
  • Roast for about 60 minutes or until beets are tender but not mushy.
  • Let cool before peeling and slicing.

Notes

Be careful removing the beets as they and the Big Easy basket are hot!

Nutrition

Calories: 77kcal | Carbohydrates: 8g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 5g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 64mg | Potassium: 268mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 6g | Vitamin A: 28IU | Vitamin C: 4mg | Calcium: 14mg | Iron: 1mg

Nutritional values are approximate.

Char-Broil The Big Easy Bunk Bed Basket
Char-Broil The Big Easy Bunk Bed Basket

Bloomin’ Apples on the Char-Broil Big Easy

Note: This recipe was developed using the Char-Broil Big Easy Oil-Less Fryer. If you are cooking using the Char-Broil Smoker-Roaster Grill you should cook with the lid open and the temperature set to High. You might also need to adjust the cooking time.

These bloomin’ apples on the Char-Broil Big Easy were definitely one of the tastiest things I’ve ever made. Each bite was like biting into a hot, fresh-out-of-the-oven apple pie. Perfect. Just delicious!

Ready In No Time!

The apples take only a few minutes to prepare and cook. And I was a bit nervous my first time cutting them. But I found it to be completely painless and rather fun. Everything you need to make these is probably already in your pantry – you just need a few apples and you’re ready to enjoy the perfect dessert right from your Big Easy!

Bloomin' Apples on the Char-Broil Big Easy

Your Apples, Your Toppings

Bloomin’ apples on the Char-Broil Big Easy can be topped with just about anything. Whipped cream. Melted caramel. Toasted nuts. You name it. Or just eat (er… devour) them with a simple scoop of good ole vanilla ice cream.

Char-Broil The Big Easy Bunk Bed Basket
Char-Broil The Big Easy Bunk Bed Basket

Also try my Brazilian pineapple on the Char-Broil Big Easy.

It’s always a good idea to keep a few spare grease trays on hand for your Char-Broil Big Easy.

Char-Broil 2425514W12 Big Easy Grease Tray, Silver- 5 pack
Char-Broil 2425514W12 Big Easy Grease Tray, Silver- 5 pack

Love your Big Easy as much I love mine? Check out my Big Easy Add-Ons page and my free Big Easy eCookbook!

Bloomin' Apples on the Char-Broil Big Easy
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Bloomin’ Apples on the Char-Broil Big Easy

These bloomin’ apples were definitely one of the tastiest things I’ve ever made. Each bite was like biting into a hot, fresh-out-of-the-oven apple pie. Perfect. Just delicious!
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Keyword apples, Big Easy, Char-Broil, dessert
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings 2 apples
Calories 265kcal
Author Based on a recipe from The Gunny Sack

Equipment

Ingredients

  • 2 Honey Crisp apples
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 3 tablespoons brown sugar
  • 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 4 caramels divided
  • Your favorite toppings ice cream, whipped cream, caramel topping, a sprinkle of cinnamon, etc

Instructions

  • Fire up your Big Easy or preheat an oven to 350 F.
  • Cut about 1/2″ off the tops of the apples, getting all of the stems.
  • Using a melon baller or spoon, scoop out the core of the apples. Get just enough to get the seeds.
  • Using a sharp knife, make 2 circular cuts, one inside the other, around the inside of the apples from the top. You want two concentric circles. Be careful to not cut through the apples. See the picture above.
  • Turn the apples over so that they are lying flat on the cut tops.
  • Take a knife and make cuts down the sides if the apples. Start about 1/2″ from the center of each apple and slice downward.
  • Turn the apples back over.
  • Melt the butter and stir in the brown sugar until dissolved.
  • Stir in the flour and cinnamon.
  • Place 2 caramels in the hollowed out centers of each apple.
  • Pour the butter mixture over the tops.
  • Transfer apples to a Big Easy basket and place into the cooker. Roast for about 20 minutes, checking for tenderness. I used a long metal skewer to gently poke the apples to see if they were soft.
  • For oven cooking, transfer the apples to a baking sheet lined with foil and bake 30-40 minutes or until tender.
  • Your apples may take longer than mine. Start checking them after 20 minutes.
  • Remove apples and add your favorite toppings.

Notes

Note: If you add ice cream to the tops of the cooked apples it will cause the caramel mixture to harden. You may prefer to serve the ice cream on the side or do as I did and eat the apples soon after adding the ice cream!

Nutrition

Calories: 265kcal | Carbohydrates: 63g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 2g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 3mg | Sodium: 72mg | Potassium: 290mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 50g | Vitamin A: 134IU | Vitamin C: 8mg | Calcium: 81mg | Iron: 1mg

Nutritional values are approximate.

Char-Broil The Big Easy Bunk Bed Basket
Char-Broil The Big Easy Bunk Bed Basket

Mini Classic Cheesecakes on the Char-Broil Big Easy

Note: This recipe was developed using the Char-Broil Big Easy Oil-Less Fryer. If you are cooking using the Char-Broil Smoker-Roaster Grill you should cook with the lid open and the temperature set to High. You might also need to adjust the cooking time.

I made mini pumpkin cheesecakes for Thanksgiving. They were a big hit. That got me jonesin’ for a more traditional cheesecake. So, that’s what I made! I love making mini classic cheesecakes on my Char-Broil Big Easy. It can’t get much easier.

Mini Classic Cheesecakes on the Char-Broil Big Easy

Don’t Overcook Them

The Big Easy does cook at a high temperature, so you do have to make sure you don’t overcook the cheesecakes, but it’s still easy. You’ll be rewarded with smooth creamy cheesecake with that light vanilla flavor. Perfect. And all in a single-serve size, so you’re not quite as tempted (maybe) to have more than one.

I am not a baker. Not even close. However, I found these mini classic cheesecakes on the Char-Broil Big Easy to be very easy to make. I did learn a few things along the way. You really need to make sure you don’t overcook them. Furthermore, do not let them go over 150 F. And, they may crack a bit no matter how hard you try. That’s ok, the cracks add character.

Char-Broil The Big Easy Bunk Bed Basket
Char-Broil The Big Easy Bunk Bed Basket

It’s always a good idea to keep a few spare grease trays on hand for your Char-Broil Big Easy.

Char-Broil 2425514W12 Big Easy Grease Tray, Silver- 5 pack
Char-Broil 2425514W12 Big Easy Grease Tray, Silver- 5 pack

Love your Big Easy as much I love mine? Check out my Big Easy Add-Ons page and my free Big Easy eCookbook!

Mini Classic Cheesecakes on the Char-Broil Big Easy
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Mini Classic Cheesecakes on the Char-Broil Big Easy

The Big Easy does cook at a high temperature, so you do have to make sure you don’t overcook the cheesecakes, but it’s still easy. You’ll be rewarded with smooth creamy cheesecake with that light vanilla flavor.
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Keyword Big Easy, Char-Broil, cheesecake
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings 18 pies
Calories 394kcal
Author Mike

Equipment

Ingredients

Instructions

  • Place the cream cheese, sugar, and vanilla into a mixer and beat until blended.
  • With the mixer still running on low speed, add the eggs one-at-a-time until blended.
  • Divide mixture between the crusts. Depending on how full you fill them you might not need all 18 crusts.
  • Fire up your Big Easy.
  • Working in batches, add pies to the basket and bunk bed basket and lower into the Big Easy.
  • Cook for 10-15 minutes or until internal temperature reaches 145-150 F. Use an instant-read thermometer to test the temperature. Do not overcook. The cheesecakes will continue cooking just a bit after being removed from the Big Easy.
  • Remove and let cool.

Notes

You’ll need the Char-Broil Big Easy Bunk Bed basket to double the number of cheesecakes that you can cook at once.

Nutrition

Calories: 394kcal | Carbohydrates: 47g | Protein: 6g | Fat: 20g | Saturated Fat: 6g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 37mg | Sodium: 315mg | Potassium: 85mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 11g | Vitamin A: 57IU | Calcium: 20mg | Iron: 2mg

Nutritional values are approximate.

Char-Broil The Big Easy Bunk Bed Basket
Char-Broil The Big Easy Bunk Bed Basket

Mexican Bean Dip on the Char-Broil Big Easy

Note: This recipe was developed using the Char-Broil Big Easy Oil-Less Fryer. If you are cooking using the Char-Broil Smoker-Roaster Grill you should cook with the lid open and the temperature set to High. You might also need to adjust the cooking time.

I love a spicy bean dip. Served up with a big ole bowl of warmed tortilla chips. Melted cheese, refried beans, spicy sausage, and lots of heat. I made this Mexican bean dip on the Char-Broil Big Easy in no time at all. You can make it in your oven too, just as easily. But making it outdoors is so much more fun!

This dip is not shy on heat. You can tone it back by using regular chorizo instead of hot (or substitute ground beef or sausage) and skipping the jalapenos.

Mexican Bean Dip on the Char-Broil Big Easy

Easy Clean-Up

Disposable mini meatloaf pans are great for cooking up dishes like this Mexican Bean Dip on the Char-Broil Big Easy. You can fit 4 of them on the cooker at once if you use the Big Easy Bunk Bed basket. That’s enough to feed a small crowd for sure.

Char-Broil The Big Easy Bunk Bed Basket
Char-Broil The Big Easy Bunk Bed Basket

It’s always a good idea to keep a few spare grease trays on hand for your Char-Broil Big Easy.

Char-Broil 2425514W12 Big Easy Grease Tray, Silver- 5 pack
Char-Broil 2425514W12 Big Easy Grease Tray, Silver- 5 pack

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Mexican Bean Dip on the Char-Broil Big Easy
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Mexican Bean Dip on the Char-Broil Big Easy

I made this Mexican bean dip in no time at all. You can make it in your oven too, just as easily.
Course Appetizer
Cuisine American
Keyword Big Easy, Char-Broil, dip
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings 12
Calories 122kcal
Author Mike

Equipment

Ingredients

Instructions

  • Crumble the sausage into a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  • Cook until almost done.
  • Add the onion and garlic and continue cooking until the meat is done.
  • Stir in the beans, cumin and oregano.
  • Remove from heat.
  • Fire up your Big Easy (or preheat your oven to 350 F if cooking in the oven).
  • Divide the meat mixture between the pans.
  • Divide the hot jalapenos and taco sauce between the pans.
  • Place into the Big Easy or oven and cook for 10 minutes.
  • Add cheese to the tops of the dips and cook for another 10-15 minutes or until hot and bubbly.
  • Top with olives and green onion and serve with warm tortilla chips.

Notes

If cooking in the oven use a 9″ x 9″ baking dish instead of the aluminum pans.

Nutrition

Calories: 122kcal | Carbohydrates: 1g | Protein: 8g | Fat: 9g | Saturated Fat: 6g | Cholesterol: 42mg | Sodium: 808mg | Potassium: 40mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 366IU | Vitamin C: 15mg | Calcium: 107mg | Iron: 1mg

Nutritional values are approximate.

Char-Broil The Big Easy Bunk Bed Basket
Char-Broil The Big Easy Bunk Bed Basket

Ragin’ Cajun Beer Can Chicken on the Char-Broil Big Easy

Note: This recipe was developed using the Char-Broil Big Easy Oil-Less Fryer. If you are cooking using the Char-Broil Smoker-Roaster Grill you should cook with the lid open and the temperature set to High. You might also need to adjust the cooking time.

I could not be more delighted with this Ragin’ Cajun Beer can chicken that I made on the Char-Broil Big Easy. I’ve made tons (literally) of chicken on my Big Easy, the best poultry cooker around. But for some reason I’ve neglected to try beer can chicken on it. Well, let me tell you, this is flat-out great. Crazy moist. Even moister than the Big Easy usually does, which is pretty darned moist. And flavor? Incredible. Just incredible. And crunchy skin. A big bonus!

Ragin Cajun Beer Can Chicken on the Char-Broil Big Easy

The holder

I picked up a Char-Broil folding chicken roaster to help make this Ragin’ Cajun beer can chicken and am I ever glad I did. It made making beer can chicken an absolute breeze. You simply insert a standard 12 ounce beer can (along with any flavorings you want) into the center of the holder then fold up the ‘arms’. The can is locked into place, which is a great thing if you’ve ever made beer can chicken before. The cans can be flimsy and crush or spill. This holder solves that problem and then some. The chicken then slides down over the holder and beer can. Easy. Very easy.

Char-Broil Folding Chicken Roaster
Char-Broil Folding Chicken Roaster

The basket

I used a turkey basket (which has a door for easy access), but the basket that comes with your Big Easy works just fine too. You can see the can sticking out of the bottom of the chicken in the picture above.

Char-Broil The Big Easy Better Basket , Silver
Char-Broil The Big Easy Better Basket , Silver

For something different, try my beer can cabbage on the Big Easy. It’s different for sure! And on the off chance that you have leftover chicken, beer can chicken jambalaya is a great way to use it up! If you want to skip the beer can but still have that great beer can chicken flavor, try my beer can seasoned chicken. For the real deal, though, also try my Honey Brown beer can chicken!

It’s always a good idea to keep a few spare grease trays on hand for your Char-Broil Big Easy.

Char-Broil 2425514W12 Big Easy Grease Tray, Silver- 5 pack
Char-Broil 2425514W12 Big Easy Grease Tray, Silver- 5 pack

Love your Big Easy as much I love mine? Check out my Big Easy Add-Ons page and my free Big Easy eCookbook!

Ragin' Cajun Beer Can Chicken on the Char-Broil Big Easy
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5 from 1 vote

Ragin’ Cajun Beer Can Chicken on the Char-Broil Big Easy

I could not be more delighted with this Ragin’ Cajun Beer can chicken that I made on the Char-Broil Big Easy.
Course Main
Cuisine American
Keyword beer can, Big Easy, Char-Broil, chicken
Prep Time 45 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 55 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 480kcal
Author Based on a recipe from Steven Raichlen

Equipment

Ingredients

Instructions

  • Rinse the chicken in cold water. Transfer to a resealable bag or container.
  • Whisk together 1 can of beer and the liquid smoke. Add to the container of chicken. Seal and refrigerate for 45 minutes, turning every 15 minutes to marinade the chicken.
  • Fire up your Big Easy.
  • Remove the chicken from the marinade and pat dry.
  • Rub the chicken down with a bit of oil, getting in every nook and cranny.
  • Combine the Old Bay and Cajun seasonings.
  • Rub half of the seasonings all over the outside and inside of the chicken.
  • Open the remaining beer and take a few good swigs. Then add the remaining rub to the beer can. Put your finger over the opening and shake a bit to combine.
  • Place the beer can in the holder, if using. Latch it in.
  • Carefully slide the chicken over the beer can.
  • Transfer the chicken to a Char-Broil Big Easy basket and lower into the cooker.
  • Cook until the chicken is done, reading 175 F in multiple places using an instant-read thermometer.
  • Let rest 15 minutes before carving.

Notes

You’ll want to use a Char-Broil folding roaster to make this even easier. Place inside a Big Easy basket (NOT directly on the bottom of the cooker!) and get to cooking!

Nutrition

Calories: 480kcal | Carbohydrates: 2g | Protein: 41g | Fat: 33g | Saturated Fat: 9g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 163mg | Sodium: 157mg | Potassium: 482mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 1637IU | Vitamin C: 4mg | Calcium: 45mg | Iron: 3mg

Nutritional values are approximate.

Char-Broil The Big Easy Bunk Bed Basket
Char-Broil The Big Easy Bunk Bed Basket