Rotisserie chicken, marinated in a zesty bitter orange sauce

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Experience the mouthwatering flavors of a classic Latin American dish with our rotisserie-cooked whole chicken, marinated in a zesty bitter orange sauce. The wood-fired touch imparts a delightful smoky nuance, creating a succulent main course that's perfect for gatherings.

Ingredients

🐔 1 whole chicken, 1.5 - 2 kg
🍊 Juice from 1 bitter orange, Apepú/Naranja Agria
🌿 15g Pizza Seasoning Packet, contains dried herbs like oregano
🧄 Approximately 2 tablespoons of dehydrated garlic
🧂 1-2 tablespoons of salt
🟡 2-3 tablespoons of mustard
🍚 White rice mixed with vegetables e.g., green bell peppers, carrots
🥥 Boiled cassava
🍷 Viñas de Alvear Dulce, Sweet Red Wine from Mendoza, Argentina

Instructions

1- Prepare the Chicken:

Trim any excess fat from the whole chicken using a knife.
Place the chicken in a large bowl for marination.

2- Prepare the Marinade:

In a small ceramic bowl, squeeze the juice from one bitter orange using a strainer.
Add the pizza seasoning, dehydrated garlic, salt, and mustard to the juice.
Mix thoroughly with a spoon.

3- Rest the Marinade:

Let the marinade sit for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.

4- Marinate the Chicken:

Generously coat the chicken with the marinade.
Make sure to get it under the skin for a rich flavor infusion.

5- Refrigerate:

Cover the chicken with plastic wrap.
Refrigerate for a minimum of 2 hours to allow the marinade to penetrate the meat deeply.

6- Skewer the Chicken:

Remove the chicken from the fridge.
Place it securely on the rotisserie spit, using the forks to hold it in place.

7- Prepare the Grill:

Light charcoal and wood in your outdoor grill.
Create a robust, consistent heat source.
The addition of wood will add a smoky flavor.

8- Cook on Rotisserie:

Place the rotisserie spit over the grill.
Turn on the motor for even cooking.

9- First Hour of Cooking:

Let the chicken cook for about 1 hour, watching for color changes.

10- Baste with Bitter Orange:
- At the 1.5-hour mark, pour additional bitter orange juice over the cooking chicken to enhance the flavor.

11- Complete Cooking:
- Continue cooking until the chicken is golden-brown and crispy.
- This should take about 2 hours in total, ensuring it's fully cooked through.

12- Carve and Serve:
- Remove the chicken from the rotisserie.
- Place on a carving board, and cut into serving pieces.
- Serve with white rice and boiled cassava, accompanied by a glass of Viñas de Alvear Dulce.

Prep Time: 15 minutes active prep + 30 minutes marinade resting
Cook Time: 2 hours
Total Time: Approximately 4 hours and 45 minutes
Servings: 4-6
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