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’m a big fan of Famous Dave’s. I didn’t think I would be. I love my local BBQ joints, so I was skeptical of a big national chain, no matter how much I think Dave is a nice guy. Well, I’m not skeptical any more. Everything I’ve ever ordered there has been fantastic and the service has always been friendly. I highly recommend you stop in and get you some ribs (or pulled pork, or brisket, or country-roasted chicken) and don’t pass up on the wonderful sides. They have some of the best sides I’ve ever had at a BBQ joint. And, since I’m also a big fan of my Char-Broil Big Easy, I could not pass up making a copycat version of Famous Dave’s country-roasted chicken.
It Couldn’t Get Any Easier
I took bone-in split chicken breasts, marinated them overnight and then tossed them into a lit Big Easy until done. The result was tender, juicy, and oh so very flavorful. And nothing could be easier to make than this copycat Famous Dave’s Country-Roasted chicken. I left the skin on the chicken. You can remove it before marinating and applying the rub if you wish.
You can’t go wrong with poultry on the Big Easy. Also try my copycat of Kentucky Fried Chicken’s roasted chicken. And for an even easier, Famous Dave’s copycat, just grab some of the chain’s seasonings and make chicken in no time with no fuss!
It’s always a good idea to keep a few spare grease trays on hand for your Char-Broil Big Easy.
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Copycat Famous Dave’s Country-Roasted Chicken on the Char-Broil Big Easy
Ingredients
For the overnight marinade
- 8 ounces Italian salad dressing
For the pre-cook marinade
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
For the spice rub
- 2 teaspoons kosher salt
- 2 teaspoons paprika
- 2 teaspoons lemon pepper seasoning
- 2 teaspoons Mrs. Dash Original Blend seasoning
For the chicken
- 4 chicken breasts large bone-in
Instructions
For the overnight marinade
- Place the chicken in a large resealable bag or container.
- Add the Italian dressing and toss to coat.
- Refrigerate overnight, turning occasionally.
For the pre-cook marinade
- Three hours before you are ready to cook, add the lemon juice to the marinating chicken and toss to coat.
For the spice rub
- Combine the ingredients.
For the chicken
- Fire up your Big Easy. You’ll need a Bunk Bed basket (see below) to keep from overcrowding the chicken.
- Shake any excess marinade from the chicken.
- Dust with the rub. Use a little or a lot.
- Place chicken in the Big Easy basket and lower into the cooker.
- Cook until done and golden brown, about 10 minutes per pound.
- Remove and let rest 10 minutes before serving.
Notes
Nutrition
Nutritional values are approximate.
