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Spatchcocked chicken - what went wrong?
Setup
LBGE w raised grid
Rockwood (duh)
400F dome
Chicken
S&P
Cook
I put it on and then watched the Rockets played the Twolves (WIN). We normally roast them for 45 min or so (170ish in the thigh, 140F breast, more or less). I didn’t set a timer, but figured an entire basketball game should be about right. I went out to grab it after the game, and the temp had crept up a little (closer to 550F).
Results
If I’m honest, it was a bit dry. I’ve read a lot about this spatchcocked thing, but am not superimpressed with the results.
Thoughts?
Joule SV
GE induction stove
Gasser by the community pool (currently unavailable)
Scale (which one of my friends refuses to use)
Friends with BGEs and myriad other fired devices (currently unavail IRL)
Occasional access to a KBQ and Webber Kettle
Charcuterie and sourdough enthusiast
Prosciuttos in an undisclosed location
Comments
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That there is @Mickey’s spatchcocked chicken lol.Sandy Springs & Dawsonville Ga
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If you inject it with chicken stock and sous vide it for a couple days, then toss it on the fire to crisp the skin a bit you will back in the win column.
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Not sure if serious.......
That bird saw way too much heat. Temp up to 550? Meteorite is the result.
You didn't stay on top of the cook.
South Jersey Pine Barrens. XL BGE , Assassin 24, Weber Kettle, CharBroil gasser, AMNPS -
For those who can’t get crispy skin, take note.Jacksonville FL
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Umm, overcooked is overcooked.
I hate it when I go to the kitchen for food and all I find are ingredients!
MichaelCentral Connecticut -
Please tell us that you got distracted with some charcuterie or beer or bread making or something.
XXL BGE, Karebecue, Klose BYC, Chargiller Akorn Kamado, Weber Smokey Mountain, Grand Turbo gasser, Weber Smoky Joe, and the wheelbarrow that my grandfather used to cook steaks from his cattle
San Antonio, TX
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I'm staying out of this.#1 LBGE December 2012 • #2 SBGE February 2013 • #3 Mini May 2013A happy BGE family in Houston, TX.
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Foghorn said:Please tell us that you got distracted with some charcuterie or beer or bread making or something.Carolina Q said:Umm, overcooked is overcooked.
It might be a little past. It has worked okay in the past, though. Should I have brined it?SmokingPiney said:Not sure if serious.......Spaightlabs said:If you inject it with chicken stock and sous vide it for a couple days, then toss it on the fire to crisp the skin a bit you will back in the win column.
(now only 16 stone)
Joule SV
GE induction stove
Gasser by the community pool (currently unavailable)
Scale (which one of my friends refuses to use)
Friends with BGEs and myriad other fired devices (currently unavail IRL)
Occasional access to a KBQ and Webber Kettle
Charcuterie and sourdough enthusiast
Prosciuttos in an undisclosed locationAustin, TX -
Don’t worry about time or temp. Probe with a toothpick. If it hasn’t loosened up, just put it back on for a bit. Don’t get anxious and pull too soon - rookie mistake.Coleman, Texas
Large BGE & Mini Max for the wok. A few old camp Dutch ovens and a wood fired oven. LSG 24” cabinet offset smoker. There are a few paella pans and a Patagonia cross in the barn. A curing chamber for bacterial transformation of meats...
"Bourbon slushies. Sure you can cook on the BGE without them, but why would you?"
YukonRon -
bgebrent said:That there is @Mickey’s spatchcocked chicken lol.Dobie said:For those who can’t get crispy skin, take note.caliking said:I'm staying out of this.
That’s all I’ve got, and I’m totally okay with it.(now only 16 stone)
Joule SV
GE induction stove
Gasser by the community pool (currently unavailable)
Scale (which one of my friends refuses to use)
Friends with BGEs and myriad other fired devices (currently unavail IRL)
Occasional access to a KBQ and Webber Kettle
Charcuterie and sourdough enthusiast
Prosciuttos in an undisclosed locationAustin, TX -
You burned it!Charlotte NC - Large Big Green Egg (2009) w/Nest and Handler
Accessories: PSWoo, Woo, Adjustable Rig, Smokeware Cap and Temperature Gauge -
What was the internal temp when you pulled it off the grill - 280°F?
“Reality is that which, when you stop believing in it, doesn't go away.” ― Philip K. Diçk -
20stone said:Results
If I’m honest, it was a bit dry.
_____________"Commander, say hello to Cricket!" - KN
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Crash and BURN!!Charlotte, NC - Large BGE 2014, Maverick ET 733, Thermopen, Nest, Platesetter, Woo2 and Extender w/Grid, Kick Ash Basket, Pizza Stone, SS Smokeware Cap, Blackstone 36"
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Try a baseball game next time.
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@20stone,
You're going to get razzed here on this cook. I honestly thought it was a bait thread......
The lesson here: If you're cooking, you're cooking.............tape the ENTIRE game to watch later or have a TV where you're cooking. Stay on top of all of your cooks. Don't blame spatchcock on inattention.South Jersey Pine Barrens. XL BGE , Assassin 24, Weber Kettle, CharBroil gasser, AMNPS -
"Hoops. It was hoops. You’d understand if you had all your players on the court."
I'd be happier if we had our coach on the court.XXL BGE, Karebecue, Klose BYC, Chargiller Akorn Kamado, Weber Smokey Mountain, Grand Turbo gasser, Weber Smoky Joe, and the wheelbarrow that my grandfather used to cook steaks from his cattle
San Antonio, TX
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Looks pretty good to me.LBGE (still waitin' for my free T-Shirt), DIgiQ DX2 (In Blue, cause it's the fastest), Heavy Duty Kick Ash Basket, Mc Farland, WI.
If it wasn't for my BGE I'd have no use for my backyard... -
Chicken jerky, anyone?
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20stone said:caliking said:I'm staying out of this.
That’s all I’ve got, and I’m totally okay with it.#1 LBGE December 2012 • #2 SBGE February 2013 • #3 Mini May 2013A happy BGE family in Houston, TX. -
The fricken chicken drives the cook.Philly - Kansas City - Houston - Cincinnati - Dallas - Houston - Memphis - Austin - Chicago - Austin
Large BGE. OONI 16, TOTO Washlet S550e (Now with enhanced Motherly Hugs!)
"If I wanted my balls washed, I'd go to the golf course!"
Dennis - Austin,TX -
Hold on, you cooked on Rockwood? Impossible to fvck that up. Should’ve used an engine hoist. It’s all in the details.Sandy Springs & Dawsonville Ga
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Did you have a raised grid? Adult beverage? Nap? I covered all my excuses!Salado TX & 30A FL: Egg Family: 3 Large and a very well used Mini, added a Mini Max when they came out (I'm good for now). Plus a couple Pit Boss Pellet Smokers.
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20stone said:I put it on and then watched the Rockets played the Twolves
NOLA -
Reminds me of my x mother in laws baked chicken that would bake all day!
I'm only hungry when I'm awake!
Okeechobee FL. Winter
West Jefferson NC Summer
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