Wonder Bird and Happy Nancy Chicken Legs

Griffin

Last night we were finally able to try our sample of Wonder Bird from Dizzy Pig (on the right). In addition, I also found a sampler for Happy Nancy (left) sitting in the pantry that I had never got around to. Figured Duke would like that one since it has no chilies or peppercorns.

They went on at 400F raised direct with no wood for smoke so we could get a better feeling for the flavors.

Mrs. G made some green beans to go along with it and Duke's favorite Pasta Roni. I know...fancy, idn't it?

Duke really liked the Fancy Nancy. No heat, slightly sweet with a hint of cinnamon and all spice. Definitely different than your normal BBQ rubs. The Wonder Bird was great. Had a great citrusy aroma with just a little bit of heat on the back end. I didn't pick up the maple really, but that's ok. Not like any other poultry rub I've tried and not your typical BBQ rub. I'd say they got another winner on their hands. Who else has tried it and what were your thoughts on it?

stlcharcoal

I haven't cooked with it yet, but it's definitely less sugary than Raging River.  I never used the RR on chicken because of that--usually used the IPA or Shakin the Tree.   I'm going to try Wonderbird tonight or tomorrow.

johnnyp

stlcharcoal said:

I haven't cooked with it yet, but it's definitely less sugary than Raging River.  I never used the RR on chicken because of that--usually used the IPA or Shakin the Tree.   I'm going to try Wonderbird tonight or tomorrow.

RR on chicken is really, really good btw.

johnnyp

Looks great @Griffin

Griffin

Thanks, I've only used RR on salmon and haven't done that in awhile.

I did find it interesting that the Happy Nancy browned faster and cooked quicker than the Wonder Bird even rotating the grate and moving the chicken around. I can only assume due to sugar content in the HN. The legs with HN were done at least 5 minutes before the WB.

Photo Egg

Griffin said:

Thanks, I've only used RR on salmon and haven't done that in awhile.

I did find it interesting that the Happy Nancy browned faster and cooked quicker than the Wonder Bird even rotating the grate and moving the chicken around. I can only assume due to sugar content in the HN. The legs with HN were done at least 5 minutes before the WB.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=h9AqbDtSFNU

Griffin

Darian, they were "magic" cooking legs. Or I may have been mistaken. LOL