I was asked my opinion on a Pre Seasoned Chicken Half and some
Leg Quarters that may hit local markets early next year. The Chicken Half was seasoned with Garlic, Salt, Orange Citrus Flavor, Paprika, Spices, Onion Powder, and Artificially Colored.
For this test I used my Infrared Char-Broil "The Big Easy® Smoker, Roaster & Grill" (SRG). I chose to roast on HIGH with the Lid OPEN and opted to use my Maverick ET-732 to monitor the Chicken Internal Temperature (IT) and as the photo above shows, the SRG chamber temperature next to the chicken half. The chamber temperature oscillated from 300º to 310º F range. Took an hour and 15 minutes for the chicken breast to reach 167ºF. Verified the breast and leg/thigh (180º+) temps with a Thermopen probe. Rested the Roasted Half Chicken under a foil tent for 15 minutes.
Prepared some Twice-Baked Potatoes for a side dish and baked them for 35 minutes in a 350ºF oven.
Threw together a simple salad ... Ready to serve!
The money $shot ... An Infrared roasted Chicken Breast and a Twice-Baked Potato accompanied by a nice salad ... Bon Appétit
The SRG is a poultry cooking machine and as usual the SRG performed as advertised. The Chicken turned out very moist and tender with a nice crispy skin. I would have preferred a heavier seasoned chicken but overall this roasted chicken was delectable and I think consumers with limited time will enjoy this product. I can always add my own spices if I want a heavier seasoned chicken.
