Instant Pot Vortex Rotisserie Chicken Recipe – FOOD is Four Letter Word (2024)

January 4, 2020Van

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Prep time: 4 hours

Cook time: 60 minutes

Serves: 4

Thanks to big box stores and even local grocery chains, the rotisserie chicken has become a common “meal in a box.” But along the way, I feel also lost it’s flavor and texture. I’m rarely satisfied with the rotisserie chicken that I can find out, so when Instant Pot announced their new Vortex Plus Air Fryer, I could not wait to perfect my own version of this healthy meal.

Rotisserie Chicken is a deceptively simple meal; but in reality it takes some practice (don’t worry I did the hard work for y’all) to get the inside well seasoned. I just despise dry chicken! Follow my recipe and you’ll be amazed you can get this texture and flavor out of your countertop Instant Pot Vortex Plus Air Fryer.

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Save the carcass, bones and skin if you want to make broth in the Instant Pot (recipe here)
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January 4, 2020Van

  • Prep time: 4 hours
  • Cook time: 60 minutes
  • Serves: 4

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Ingredients

  • 4 Pound Whole Chicken, (4lbs is the max size that will rotate)
  • ½ Teaspoon Poultry Seasoning
  • ½ Teaspoon Garlic Powder
  • ½ Teaspoon Onion Powder
  • ½ Teaspoon Paprika
  • ½ Teaspoon Black Pepper
  • 2 Teaspoons Kosher Salt
  • 1 Tablespoon Olive Oil

BRINE

  • 4 Cups Water
  • ½ Teaspoon Poultry Seasoning
  • 1 Teaspoon Granulated Sugar
  • 1½ Teaspoon Kosher Salt
  • 1 Teaspoon Black Pepper

Method

  • 1)

    CHICKEN BRINE: In a large bowl, add 4 Cups of Water, ½ Teaspoon Poultry Seasoning, 1 Teaspoon Granulated Sugar, 1½ Teaspoon Kosher Salt, 1 Teaspoon Black Pepper and stir to dissolve the salt and sugar. Place the chicken into the brine and refrigerate for 4 hours or overnight. You can skip this step if you don’t have time, but brining ensures you will have a very moist rotisserie chicken that’s seasoned well throughout.

  • 2)

    Remove the chicken from the brine and dry off with paper towels. In a small bowl, combine ½ Teaspoon Poultry Seasoning, ½ Teaspoon Garlic Powder, ½ Teaspoon Onion Powder, ½ Teaspoon Paprika, ½ Teaspoon Black Pepper, 2 Teaspoons Kosher Salt. Rub the chicken with olive oil then sprinkle on the seasoning mix making sure the entire chicken is coated, sprinkle some in the cavity as well. Truss the chicken with kitchen twine (watch a how to video here) this ensures that it cooks evenly and stays moist.

  • 3)

    Insert the rod through the chicken and attach the forks to secure the rod. There are two dimples in the rod where the screws need to be twisted into. Use the lifter to help load the chicken into the Vortex, press the red lever and load the rod into the left side first then rest the rod into the groove on the right side. Close the Vortex door and choose Roast, set the temperature for 375°F for 60 Minutes. It will do a pre-heat first, it’s fine that the chicken is already loaded, it helps to dry out the skin so it ends up more crispy.

  • 4)

    Use the lifter to remove the chicken and let it rest on a cutting board for 10 minutes before serving. Remove the forks, rod and cut the twine – be careful since they will still be hot. Serve with Instant Pot Garlic Mashed Potatoes (recipe here). Enjoy!

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FAQs

How to roast a chicken in instant pot vortex? ›

Insert the rotisserie forks (one on each side) to secure the rod to the chicken. Set your vortex to 375°F, on either the roast or Air Fry setting. Air Fry setting gets you a crispier skin. Set time for 40 minutes.

How to heat up rotisserie chicken in an air fryer? ›

Turn your air fryer to 350°F. Remove rotisserie chicken from packaging and place it in the air fryer. Set the timer for 3 to 4 minutes until rotisserie chicken is crisp and heated through. Remove chicken from the air fryer and enjoy.

What makes rotisserie chicken rotisserie? ›

Rotisserie chicken is a chicken dish that is cooked on a rotisserie by using direct heat in which the chicken is placed next to the heat source. Electric- or gas-powered heating elements may be used by using adjustable infrared heat.

How long does it take to rotisserie a chicken in an instant vortex? ›

Truss the chicken along both the wings and legs. Insert the rotisserie rod though the chicken and secure both sides with the rotisserie forks. Use extra butchers twine to secure the end of the legs if needed. Set the Vortex Oven to Roast at 180˚C for 50 min.

Does chicken get more tender the longer you cook it in an Instant Pot? ›

This dinner staple cooks up perfectly every time in the Instant Pot. You can aim for firm but juicy chicken for cubing, or let it cook a little bit longer for tender shredded chicken.

Do you need to add water when cooking chicken in an Instant Pot? ›

You can cook chicken breasts in whatever size instant pot you have. Just make sure you add at least 1 cup of liquid, and then place the chicken in the pot in a single layer.

How do you keep chicken from getting tough in Instant Pot? ›

The key to getting perfectly juicy boneless chicken breasts is to cook them on a trivet, above the liquid. I find that this results in a better texture than cooking them on the bottom of the pot. I also think their texture is best when you quickly release the pressure, rather than letting it naturally release.

How long to heat up a whole rotisserie chicken? ›

Place the chicken on a baking sheet or baking pan. Add 1/2 to 1 cup water or chicken broth to cover the bottom of the pan. Cover with aluminum foil. Bake until the chicken is warmed through, 20 to 25 minutes.

Why do supermarket rotisserie chickens taste so good? ›

Injecting chicken carcasses with phosphate is extremely common as Tom Super, senior vice president of communications for the National Chicken Council explained to Consumer Reports: "Essentially, all rotisserie chickens are enhanced with a solution [injected into the bird] to keep the birds moist and tasty." This means ...

How to make rotisserie chicken taste better? ›

Make a Rub

Just because the chicken is already cooked doesn't mean it can't benefit from a rub. Before reheating, make a custom blend of your favorite spices like paprika, cayenne, onion or garlic powder. Mix in dried herbs or a bit of sugar for beautiful caramelization, then sprinkle it evenly over the skin.

What's the difference between a roast chicken and a rotisserie chicken? ›

However, despite the fact that both dishes utilize dry heat, their preparation methods are actually a bit different: Roasted chickens are cooked in the oven at high heat, whereas rotisserie chickens are cooked on a rotating spit, allowing all parts of the bird to be heated evenly.

How do you cook a roast in a vortex air fryer? ›

Set the vortex to 300F for 45 minutes on ROAST. Check the temperature after 45 minutes. Press rotate button on the program screen to have the rotisserie rod start to rotate. After 45 minutes, you want to keep an eye on the temperature of the roast using an instant read thermometer.

Can you cook a roast in the Instant Vortex air fryer? ›

Air Fryer Roast Beef (Instant Pot Vortex and Omni) - Instant Pot Cooking. Air fryer roast beef recipe done on the rotisserie in the Instant Pot Vortex or Instant Omni. This can also be made in a standard air fryer.

Can you cook a whole chicken in a power xl vortex air fryer? ›

I had the gift—a Power XL 5-Quart air fryer. And I had the chicken, a standard whole fryer—about four pounds. With no wings on hand, I had to fry on the fly, keeping the temperature from my chicken wing success, and updating the bird's cook time, as well as how often it's turned.

How to cook chicken with vortex? ›

I use a Vortex in my grill to get high heat in the middle, which allows me to place the chicken in a circle around the hot air. If you don't have one you can place all charcoal to one side in your grill, and the chicken on the other side. Cook the chicken for 20-30 minutes until their inner temp reads 70° C / 158° F.

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