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Slow Cooker Cream Cheese Chicken Taquitos

I made a batch of tremendously good baked smothered chicken burritos the other day. The chicken was cooked slow all day. This resulted in the perfect tender meaty filling for anything from tacos to subs to… yeah, you guessed it, taquitos. I was still flashing back to them when I came across this idea for slow cooker cream cheese chicken taquitos. Just like the burritos, they are stuffed with fantastically tasty chicken that just falls apart as it cooks. These are some mighty tasty taquitos and they’re very easy to make to boot.

Slow Cooker Cream Cheese Chicken Taquitos

The creamy chicken and melted smooth cheese needed a little kick in my opinion. So I topped the taquitos with diced jalapenos and spicy salsa. I do mean, spicy too! Then all was right in the world again! These slow cooker cream cheese chicken taquitos are amazingly good, with or without the added heat. They made for a great dinner dish, that’s for sure!

You can use any cheese you want. I went with a Mexican mix. Monterrey Jack, cheddar and queso blanco all would be perfect substitutions. Just shred and add!

Crock-Pot 7 Quart Oval Manual Slow Cooker, Stainless Steel (SCV700-S-BR)
Crock-Pot 7 Quart Oval Manual Slow Cooker, Stainless Steel (SCV700-S-BR)

Pico de gallo also makes a great topping!

Also try my slow cooker creamy Italian chicken.

Slow Cooker Cream Cheese Chicken Taquitos
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Slow Cooker Cream Cheese Chicken Taquitos

The creamy chicken and melted smooth cheese needed a little kick in my opinion, so I topped the taquitos with diced jalapenos and spicy salsa. Then all was right in the world again!
Course Main
Cuisine American
Keyword chicken, slow cooker
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 8 hours 30 minutes
Total Time 8 hours 35 minutes
Servings 6
Calories 2556kcal
Author Based on a recipe from Le Creme de la Crumb

Equipment

Ingredients

For the cream cheese chicken

For the taquitos

  • ½ cup Mexican blend cheese shredded, or combine shredded extra sharp cheddar with taco seasoning
  • 12 6 inch flour tortillas
  • Your favorite toppings extra cheese, chopped fresh cilantro, salsa, jalapenos, green onions, etc

Instructions

For the cream cheese chicken

  • Add all of the chicken ingredients to a slow cooker.
  • Cook on low for 8 hours or until the chicken is fall-apart tender, stirring occasionally.
  • Remove the chicken and shred or chop as desired.
  • Return chicken to the slow cooker, stir, and cook another 15 minutes.

For the taquitos

  • Preheat oven to 400 F.
  • Spray a 9″ x 13″ baking dish with non-stick spray.
  • Lay tortillas out onto a flat surface.
  • Spoon 2-4 tablespoons of chicken into the middle of each tortilla.
  • Top with 1-2 tablespoons of cheese.
  • Roll tortillas up tightly and place seam-side down into the baking dish.
  • Bake for 10 minutes or until cheese is melted and the tortillas are lightly browned and hardened.
  • Serve with your favorite toppings.

Nutrition

Calories: 2556kcal | Carbohydrates: 200g | Protein: 153g | Fat: 125g | Saturated Fat: 59g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 573mg | Sodium: 4198mg | Potassium: 2699mg | Fiber: 9g | Sugar: 24g | Vitamin A: 4128IU | Vitamin C: 6mg | Calcium: 1298mg | Iron: 16mg

Nutritional values are approximate.

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Fowl Play 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.

Fowl Play marinade by The Shed BBQ adds tremendous flavor to any cut of chicken. As soon as I opened it I knew that I was in for nothing but goodness. I detected soy sauce. Apple juice. Citrus. It’s tangy with a slight hint of vinegar. Fowl Play Chicken cooked on the Char-Broil Big Easy comes out incredibly flavorful all the way through.

Fowl Play Chicken on the Char-Broil Big Easy

I used split bone-in chicken breasts, marinating them for 4 hours before placing them into the Big Easy. The skin doesn’t get crispy because of all that time in the marinade, but the meat… oh my goodness. So tender and juicy and good! Incredible. If you’re looking for a quick, painless way to make masterful chicken on the Big Easy this is it.

I was a bit worried that maybe some of the spices in Fowl Play might burn from the high heat in the Big Easy but they did not. You have to watch for that if you’re using anything with large chunks of things like minced garlic.

I’m a big fan of store-bought marinated chicken like this Fowl Play chicken or Chiavetta’s chicken cooked on the Big Easy. It’s as simple as it gets.

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Char-Broil The Big Easy Bunk Bed Basket

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Fowl Play Chicken on the Char-Broil Big Easy
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Fowl Play Chicken on the Char-Broil Big Easy

Fowl Play marinade by The Shed BBQ adds tremendous flavor to any cut of chicken. As soon as I opened it I knew that I was in for nothing but goodness. 
Course Main
Cuisine American
Keyword Big Easy, Char-Broil, chicken
Prep Time 4 hours
Cook Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Total Time 5 hours 20 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 258kcal
Author Mike

Equipment

Ingredients

Instructions

  • Place the chicken into a resealable bag or container.
  • Add marinade to taste. Toss to coat.
  • Seal and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, turning occasionally.
  • Fire up your Big Easy.
  • Transfer the chicken to the Big Easy basket.
  • Cook for approximately 20 minutes per pound or until it reaches 165 F as checked in several places.
  • Remove and let rest 10 minutes before serving.

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.

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Char-Broil The Big Easy Bunk Bed Basket
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Char-Broil The Big Easy 22-Piece Turkey Fryer Accessory Kit, Chrome
Char-Broil Big Easy Rib Hooks
Char-Broil Big Easy Rib Hooks

BBQ Chicken Pizza

Oh me how happy was I with this pizza? Darned happy, that’s how happy! All of my favorite things. Crunchy pizza crust. Moist, tender chicken, cheese, smoky BBQ sauce, and of course, some heat! BBQ chicken pizza was a big hit in our household, that’s for sure! BBQ chicken pizza is also the easiest, tastiest way to use up leftover cooked chicken. You can also make this same recipe using leftover pulled pork or smoked brisket.

BBQ Chicken Pizza

I used a smoky, hickory-flavored BBQ sauce since the chicken I used was roasted and didn’t have that much smoky flavor. If I was going to use smoked pork or beef I’d use a sauce without a smoky flavor since there’s already enough of that in the meat.

If I’m reaching for a bottled BBQ sauce, I often go for Sweet Baby Ray’s.

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Sweet Baby Ray’s Varierty Pack, 1 Original Barbecue Sauce, 18 OZ, Hickory and Brown Sugar Barbecue Sauce, 18 OZ, Sweet N Spicy Barbecue Sauce, 18 OZ, Honey Barbecue Sauce, 18 OZ, 1CT

Also try my white garlic chicken pizza.

BBQ Chicken Pizza
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BBQ Chicken Pizza

Oh me how happy was I with this pizza? Darned happy, that’s how happy! All of my favorite things.
Course Main
Cuisine American
Keyword BBQ, chicken, pizza
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings 1 pizza
Calories 1859kcal
Author Mike

Ingredients

  • 1 large pizza crust
  • ½ cup your favorite BBQ sauce use hickory-flavored sauce for the best results
  • 10 ounces chicken cooked, chopped or shredded
  • ¼ cup red onion sliced
  • ⅓ cup smoked mozzarella cheese shredded
  • ⅓ cup Mozzarella cheese shredded
  • roasted jalapenos chopped, or substitute sliced pickled jalapenos
  • 2 tablespoons cilantro chopped, for garnish

Instructions

  • Preheat oven per pizza crust instructions.
  • Brush some of the BBQ sauce over the pizza crust.
  • Combine chicken and BBQ sauce. Spread evenly over the crust.
  • Add onion, cheeses, and jalapenos.
  • Bake per crust instructions.
  • Garnish with chopped cilantro, slice and serve.

Nutrition

Calories: 1859kcal | Carbohydrates: 256g | Protein: 80g | Fat: 56g | Saturated Fat: 25g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 161mg | Sodium: 4134mg | Potassium: 708mg | Fiber: 8g | Sugar: 56g | Vitamin A: 1070IU | Vitamin C: 6mg | Calcium: 809mg | Iron: 13mg

Nutritional values are approximate.

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Kitchen Supply 14-Inch x 16-Inch Aluminum Pizza Peel with Wood Handle
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Lodge BOLD 14 Inch Seasoned Cast Iron Pizza Pan, Design-Forward Cookware

Spicy White Chicken Chili

Whew, oh boy! This spicy white chili chicken isn’t some boring, barely-seasoned, overly-tame, put-you-to-sleep white chicken chili, no sir! You pretty much open your pantry and grab everything in it that is spicy and throw it in a pot with some chicken, some beans, some roasted peppers, and some broth. Done! Not too much later you get rewarded with something you’ll want to make again and again. I didn’t used to be a fan of chicken chili. But I sure am now.

Spicy White Chicken Chili

I really enjoyed the smokiness of this spicy white chicken chili. There are so many different flavors coming together in every spoonful. I’m thinking you could easily make this a beef chili by substituting cooked crumbled ground beef (or small pieces of chuck) along with beef broth. Or you can easily go the turkey route, using crumbled cooked ground turkey.

I like to use my good ole trusty Dutch oven to make this chili and pretty much darned near anything like it on my stovetop. It’s nice and big and sturdy. That extra weight helps it maintain and distribute heat perfectly. As an added bonus, it’s actually pretty easy to clean up too!

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Amazon Basics Enameled Cast Iron Covered Round Dutch Oven, 6-Quart, Blue

Also try my 6 bean chili. Because more beans is more better.

Spicy White Chicken Chili
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Spicy White Chicken Chili

Whew, oh boy! This spicy white chili chicken isn’t some boring, barely-seasoned, overly-tame, put-you-to-sleep white chicken chili, no sir! 
Course Main
Cuisine American
Keyword chicken, chili
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings 8 servings
Calories 133kcal
Author Based on a recipe from Lousiana Kitchen and Culture

Ingredients

Instructions

  • Heat oil in large Dutch or pot over medium-high heat.
  • Add onion and cook for 5 minutes.
  • Add the garlic and cook for another minute.
  • Add cumin, chili powder, cayenne, chipotle powder and salt and pepper and stir.
  • Add roasted poblanos, roasted jalapeno, green chiles, cilantro, 3 1/2 cups of the chicken broth, chicken, lime zest and juice.
  • Bring to a boil then reduce to a simmer. Cover and cook 30 minutes.
  • Add the beans and cook another 15 minutes, adding more broth if necessary.
  • Serve with desired toppings.

Nutrition

Calories: 133kcal | Carbohydrates: 9g | Protein: 15g | Fat: 5g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 39mg | Sodium: 542mg | Potassium: 416mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 1198IU | Vitamin C: 40mg | Calcium: 49mg | Iron: 2mg

Nutritional values are approximate.

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Raging River 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’ve been using seasonings from Dizzy Pig for years. Dizzy Pig has a wide variety of spice mixes available. Raging River seasoning is perfect on a chicken roasted in the Char-Broil Big Easy. I made a beer-can version, but you can skip that step and just season the chicken and cook it as-is in the Big Easy. Every bite is has great maple-infused herby flavor. And just a slight spicy kick that is out-of-this-world great.

Raging River Chicken on the Char-Broil Big Easy

Raging River chicken on the Char-Broil Big Easy tastes (and looks!) fantastic! The skin is crispy and, well, addicting. Very addicting. Dangerously addicting. So is my rotisserie-style chicken, also made on the Big Easy, which you should also try. It’s amazing how great poultry on the Big Easy is, with just a few store-bought ingredients. And nothing could be easier to make, either.

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Char-Broil The Big Easy Better Basket , Silver

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Raging River Chicken on the Char-Broil Big Easy
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Raging River Chicken on the Char-Broil Big Easy

Raging River chicken tastes (and looks!) fantastic! The skin is crispy and, well, addicting. Very addicting. 
Course Main
Cuisine American
Keyword Big Easy, Char-Broil, chicken
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 50 minutes
Servings 1 chicken
Calories 155kcal
Author Mike

Equipment

Ingredients

Instructions

  • Fire up your Big Easy.
  • Rinse the chicken and pat dry.
  • Lightly brush the chicken with olive oil.
  • Generously sprinkle the chicken with the seasoning.
  • If opting to make beer can chicken open the can and drain (er… drink) about 1/4th of the beer. Add a heaping teaspoon of seasoning to the beer. Insert beer can into the bottom of the chicken.
  • Place chicken into the basket and insert into the Big Easy.
  • Cook for 15 minutes per pound or until the chicken has hit 165 F as measured in several locations.
  • Let rest 15 minutes before removing the beer can (if using) and carving.

Notes

I use the Char-Broil folding chicken roaster Raging River chicken tastes (and looks!) fantastic! The skin is crispy and, well, addicting. Very addicting. to hold the beer or soda cans securely. If the beer you’re using is only available in a bottle, just empty the contents into an empty beer or soda can.

Nutrition

Calories: 155kcal | Carbohydrates: 13g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 1g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 1mg | Sodium: 15mg | Potassium: 98mg | Vitamin A: 1IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 14mg | Iron: 1mg

Nutritional values are approximate.

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Char-Broil The Big Easy Bunk Bed Basket
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Char-Broil The Big Easy 22-Piece Turkey Fryer Accessory Kit, Chrome
Char-Broil Big Easy Rib Hooks
Char-Broil Big Easy Rib Hooks

Green Chile Rubbed 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.

When I saw that AlbuKirky Seasonings was having a sale, I jumped on it. I knew that Kirk’s Green Chile rub was going to be amazing on a chicken. So I cooked green chile rubbed chicken on the Char-Broil Big Easy. It had that perfect hint of green chile peppers in each bite. You’re not talking spicy here, just wonderful pepper flavor. No need to add anything else.

Green Chile Rubbed Chicken on the Char-Broil Big Easy

I used a whole chicken but you can of course use pieces or halves or heck, just wings. This right here is why I have a Big Easy. Well, three actually.
Seriously, the skin on this green chile rubbed chicken on the Char-Broil Big Easy was crazy good. You have to exercise serious restraint. I recommend having a friend on hand to keep you from eating the entire thing before it’s even done resting.

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Char-Broil The Big Easy Better Basket , Silver

Also try my Colombian-style chicken on the Big Easy.

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Green Chile Rubbed Chicken on the Char-Broil Big Easy
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Green Chile Rubbed Chicken on the Char-Broil Big Easy

I used a whole chicken but you can of course use pieces or halves or heck, just wings. This right here is why I have a Big Easy. Well, three actually.
Course Main
Cuisine American
Keyword Big Easy, Char-Broil, chicken
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 5 minutes
Servings 1 chicken
Calories 1638kcal
Author Mike

Equipment

Ingredients

Instructions

  • Fire up your Big Easy.
  • Lightly coat the chicken in oil.
  • Sprinkle chicken with the rub.
  • Transfer the chicken to the Big Easy basket and cook until done, usually 20 minutes per pound.
  • Let rest 15 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Calories: 1638kcal | Protein: 142g | Fat: 115g | Saturated Fat: 33g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 571mg | Sodium: 533mg | Potassium: 1440mg | Vitamin A: 1066IU | Vitamin C: 12mg | Calcium: 84mg | Iron: 7mg

Nutritional values are approximate.

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Char-Broil The Big Easy Bunk Bed Basket
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Char-Broil The Big Easy 22-Piece Turkey Fryer Accessory Kit, Chrome
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Colombian-Style 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.

There’s no denying that the Char-Broil Big Easy makes mighty fine chicken. Mighty tasty, mighty moist and mighty pretty. This Colombian-style chicken on the Char-Broil Big Easy sets the bar really high when it comes to poultry. This chicken is so flavorful, packed with a fantastic combination of spices and vegetables. I remember being able to buy roast chicken on the streets of the cities in South America, and this dish reminded me of those experiences.

Colombian-Style Chicken on the Char-Broil Big Easy

Whenever I make a perfect chicken like this Colombian-style chicken on my Char-Broil Big Easy I laughingly ask myself: should I hire security to guard the patio? It’s just so good. I wouldn’t be surprised if some passerby jumped the fence to grab a taste! The aroma alone while the chicken is cooking is enough to drive you crazy!

I (obviously) used a whole chicken for this recipe, but pieces would work just as fine. Just don’t overlap them in the Big Easy or they won’t cook evenly.

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Char-Broil The Big Easy Better Basket , Silver

Also try my Cajun-marinated chicken on the Big Easy. For a nice citrus flavor my lemon roasted chicken is a must-make too!

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Colombian-Style Chicken on the Char-Broil Big Easy
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Colombian-Style Chicken on the Char-Broil Big Easy

This Colombian-style chicken on the Char-Broil Big Easy sets the bar really high when it comes to poultry. Every bite is packed with a fantastic combination of spices and vegetables. I was reminded of the roasted chicken you could buy on the streets in South America.
Course Main
Cuisine American
Keyword Big Easy, Char-Broil, chicken
Prep Time 12 hours
Cook Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Total Time 13 hours 30 minutes
Servings 1 chicken
Calories 135kcal
Author Based on a recipe from My Colombian Recipes

Equipment

Ingredients

Instructions

  • Place all but the chicken into a blender and process until it forms a paste.
  • Rub the paste all over the chicken, inside and out.
  • Place in a large resealable bag or container and let marinade overnight.
  • Fire up your Big Easy.
  • Remove any remaining paste from the outside of the chicken (it will burn in the Big Easy if you do not).
  • Transfer the chicken to the Big Easy basket and lower into the cooker.
  • Cook for approximately 20 minutes per pound, checking for 165 F in several places before removing.

Nutrition

Calories: 135kcal | Carbohydrates: 23g | Protein: 6g | Fat: 4g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 1mg | Sodium: 43mg | Potassium: 634mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 6g | Vitamin A: 1389IU | Vitamin C: 35mg | Calcium: 240mg | Iron: 12mg

Nutritional values are approximate.

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Char-Broil The Big Easy Bunk Bed Basket
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Nashville Hot Chicken using the Vortex

I recently made ‘fried’ chicken on my Weber Performer grill using the Vortex insert. The chicken came out fantastic, which inspired me to then try making Nashville hot chicken also using the Vortex. Wow, oh wow, was it absolutely great chicken. Lightly crunchy, and a little spicy, it was a dish to remember. This method is definitely a great substitute for the traditional way of making Nashville hot chicken in a deep fryer.

Nashville Hot Chicken using the Vortex

I used split bone-in chicken breasts when I made this Nashville hot chicken using the Vortex. It’s our preferred cut of chicken, but you can use any cut you like. Just keep in mind that if you mix pieces that are greatly different in size some may be done before others. Smaller pieces can be checked for doneness after the 45 minutes cooking time.

Nashville Hot Chicken using the Vortex

Also check out my recipe for making ‘fried’ chicken using the Vortex. For a more southern twist, try my Buzznbeez southern fried chicken. My Cajun injected chicken, also cooked up perfectly using the Vortex, is another big hit!

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VORTEX (IN)DIRECT HEAT for Charcoal Grills, Medium Size – For Weber Kettle 22 26.75 WSM Smokey Mountain XL Kamado XL Big Green Egg
Nashville Hot Chicken using the Vortex
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Nashville Hot Chicken using the Vortex

Wow, oh wow, was this ever absolutely great chicken. Lightly crunchy, and a little spicy, it was a dish to remember.
Course Main
Cuisine American
Keyword fried chicken, spicy, Vortex
Prep Time 1 day
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 day 1 hour
Servings 4
Calories 905kcal
Author Mike

Equipment

Ingredients

For the dry brine

For the dip

  • 1 cup milk I used buttermilk Note: If you have pickle juice on hand, use 1/2 cup milk and 1/2 cup pickle juice instead
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 tablespoon hot sauce

For the dredge

For the spicy coating

For serving

Instructions

For the dry brine

  • Season chicken and place into a baggie or resealable container.
  • Seal and refrigerate overnight or up to 24 hours.

For the dip

  • Whisk together the milk, eggs and hot sauce in a pie pan or shallow bowl.

For the dredge

  • Whisk together the flour and salt in a pie pan or shallow bowl.

For cooking

  • Fire up your grill with the Vortex insert full of charcoal.
  • Let the coals get good and ashed over.
  • Working in batches, dredge the chicken in the flour. Shake off excess.
  • Dip chicken into the milk mixture. Shake off excess.
  • Return the chicken to the flour and dredge again. Shake off excess.
  • Transfer chicken to the grill, placing it along the edges of the grill.
  • Cover and cook for 15 minutes.
  • Rotate the lid 90 degrees and cook another 15 minutes.
  • Brush the chicken with the spicy coating. Rotate the lid 90 degrees and cook another 15 minutes
  • Brush the chicken with the spicy coating. Rotate the lid 90 degrees and cook another 15 minutes
  • Check for doneness. Remove when done and let rest 10-15 minutes before serving.

For the spicy coating

  • Heat the oil in a small saute pan.
  • Whisk in the remaining ingredients.
  • Keep warm until ready to use.

For serving

  • Serve garnished with dill pickle and white bread slices, if desired.

Nutrition

Calories: 905kcal | Carbohydrates: 55g | Protein: 42g | Fat: 57g | Saturated Fat: 31g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 222mg | Sodium: 3172mg | Potassium: 541mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 6g | Vitamin A: 1011IU | Vitamin C: 7mg | Calcium: 120mg | Iron: 5mg

Nutritional values are approximate.

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Genuine Medium BBQ Vortex GIFT PACK for wsm Kettle 22 26.75 Big Green Egg kamado – 3 PC

‘Fried’ Chicken using the Vortex

This is the first time I tried making ‘fried’ chicken using the Vortex insert on my Weber charcoal grill. I use my Vortex a lot for making chicken wings, which are always fantastic, but I wasn’t sure how mimicking that great fried flavor would come out.

My worries were completely unfounded since the chicken came out absolutely fantastic. I swore I was eating chicken right out of a deep-fryer. Great Southern-inspired coating, tender meat and yes, very, very crunchy skin.

Fried Chicken using the Vortex

Since this was my first time I didn’t want to over-crowd my Performer with chicken. But now that I’ve got the process down, I could’ve easily added a few more pieces. And you don’t have to just use split bone-in chicken breasts like I did. Wings, legs, thighs… you name it, all will come out great ‘fried’ using the Vortex. Just don’t let the pieces overlap, because wherever they touch, they won’t get crispy.

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Fried Chicken using the Vortex

Making ‘fried’ chicken (some folks call it KFC – Kettle-Fried Chicken) really can’t get any easier. Also, check out my Nashville hot chicken recipe and my crispy fried chicken on the Vortex.

And nothing beats my fried chicken with gravy, also using the Vortex!

VORTEX (IN)DIRECT HEAT for Charcoal Grills, Medium Size - For Weber Kettle 22 26.75 WSM Smokey Mountain XL Kamado XL Big Green Egg
VORTEX (IN)DIRECT HEAT for Charcoal Grills, Medium Size – For Weber Kettle 22 26.75 WSM Smokey Mountain XL Kamado XL Big Green Egg
Fried Chicken using the Vortex
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‘Fried’ Chicken using the Vortex

I swore I was eating chicken right out of a deep-fryer. Great Southern-inspired coating, tender meat and yes, very, very crunchy skin.
Course Main
Cuisine American
Keyword fried chicken, Vortex
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings 4 servings
Calories 437kcal
Author Mike

Equipment

Ingredients

Instructions

  • Fire up your Kettle grill with the Vortex loaded with charcoal. Don’t start cooking until the coals are all lit and starting to ash over.
  • Rinse the chicken and pat dry.
  • Mix the remaining ingredients in a large baggie.
  • Lightly brush the chicken with vegetable oil.
  • Working in batches, place chicken pieces in the bag. Seal and shake. Shake off excess.
  • Transfer chicken to the grill along the edges, skin-side up.
  • Cover and cook for 40 minutes, turning the lid 90 degrees every 15 minutes.
  • Lightly brush the chicken with more vegetable oil. Use caution as the grill will be hot. Note: If you are using pieces other than split chicken breasts, you’ll want to rotate the pieces at this time.
  • Cover and cook another 5 minutes or until the chicken hits 160 F.
  • Remove and let rest and come to 165 F before serving.

Nutrition

Calories: 437kcal | Carbohydrates: 38g | Protein: 53g | Fat: 6g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 145mg | Sodium: 2863mg | Potassium: 929mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 358IU | Vitamin C: 6mg | Calcium: 28mg | Iron: 3mg

Nutritional values are approximate.

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Daddy’s BBQ 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’m not one to rename other folk’s recipes, so when I came across Daddy’s BBQ chicken I couldn’t call it something else even though it’s not my daddy’s BBQ chicken. If it was though, I’d say “Dad, that’s amazingly great chicken!”. Like any other poultry made on the Char-Broil Big Easy it’s tender, juicy and of course, there’s crispy crazy yummy skin. The marinade is the perfect combination of Worcestershire sauce and steak sauce with just a hint of citrus.

Daddy's BBQ Chicken on the Char-Broil Big Easy

I would make Daddy’s BBQ chicken on my Char-Broil Big Easy again. And again. People might look at it first and expect a fairly simple chicken but that’s not what they’ll get. Packed with flavor it’s a nice change from your standard roasted chicken or chicken that has been covered in a traditional BBQ sauce.

I’m a big fan of BBQ-style chicken on the Big Easy. Also check out my peach BBQ and white barbecue recipes.

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Char-Broil The Big Easy Bunk Bed Basket

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Daddy's BBQ Chicken on the Char-Broil Big Easy
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Daddy’s BBQ Chicken on the Char-Broil Big Easy

The marinade is the perfect combination of Worcestershire sauce and steak sauce with just a hint of citrus.
Course Main
Cuisine American
Keyword Big Easy, Char-Broil, chicken
Prep Time 4 hours
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 5 hours
Servings 4 servings
Calories 402kcal
Author Based on a recipe from Boy Meets Grill

Equipment

Ingredients

Instructions

  • Place the chicken into a large resealable bag or container.
  • Whisk together the lemon juice, Worcestershire, steak sauce and butter.
  • Pour the marinade over the chicken.
  • Cover and refrigerate for 2-4 hours, turning the chicken every 30 minutes.
  • When ready to cook, fire up your Big Easy.
  • Remove the chicken from the marinade and shake off any excess.
  • Season the chicken liberally with salt and pepper and transfer to the Big Easy basket.
  • Cook until the chicken measures 165 F as measured in several places, generally 20 minutes per pound.
  • Let rest for 10 minutes before serving.

Notes

Depending on the side of your chicken breasts you might need a Bunk Bed basket to fit all of the chicken into your Big Easy.

Nutrition

Calories: 402kcal | Carbohydrates: 12g | Protein: 49g | Fat: 18g | Saturated Fat: 9g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 175mg | Sodium: 676mg | Potassium: 1098mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 490IU | Vitamin C: 35mg | Calcium: 50mg | Iron: 2mg

Nutritional values are approximate.

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Char-Broil The Big Easy Bunk Bed Basket
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