SPATCHCOCK BBQ CHICKEN on the Pitboss 820 Pellet Grill!

Published on May 2, 2020
Duration: 10:39

This guide details the process of spatchcocking a chicken for more even cooking and then smoking it on a Pit Boss 820 Pellet Grill. The technique involves removing the chicken's spine, flattening it, and seasoning it with a combination of olive oil, garlic, pepper, Adobo, Pit Boss Roasted Garlic and Ginger, and a custom spicy rub. The chicken is then smoked at 250°F for approximately two hours until it reaches an internal temperature of 165°F in the breast and 175°F in the thigh, followed by a 30-minute rest.

Quick Summary

Spatchcocking a chicken involves removing the backbone and flattening the bird for more even cooking and crispier skin. This method, when combined with smoking on a Pit Boss 820 Pellet Grill at 250°F for about two hours, yields excellent results with internal temperatures of 165°F in the breast and 175°F in the thigh.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction to Spatchcocking
  2. 01:23Removing the Chicken Spine
  3. 01:47Flattening the Chicken
  4. 02:09Applying Base Seasoning
  5. 02:34Applying Adobo Seasoning
  6. 02:46Applying Pit Boss Seasoning
  7. 03:12Applying Spicy Pepper Rub
  8. 03:50Grill Setup and Temperature
  9. 04:46Placing Temperature Probes
  10. 05:05Pellet Grill Tip: Temperature Adjustment
  11. 06:08Chicken on the Grill
  12. 06:15Cook Progress Update
  13. 06:43Removing Chicken for Rest
  14. 06:58Finished Spatchcock Chicken
  15. 07:18Carving the Chicken
  16. 08:33Tasting and Review
  17. 09:22Final Thoughts and Recap

Frequently Asked Questions

What is spatchcocking and why is it beneficial for cooking chicken?

Spatchcocking involves removing the backbone of a chicken and flattening it. This technique allows the chicken to cook more evenly, resulting in a more consistent internal temperature throughout the bird and often leading to crispier skin.

What temperature and duration are recommended for smoking a spatchcock chicken on a Pit Boss grill?

For smoking a spatchcock chicken on a Pit Boss 820 Pellet Grill, a temperature of 250°F is recommended. The cook time was approximately two hours, reaching an internal temperature of 165°F in the breast and 175°F in the thigh.

What seasonings are used for this spatchcock chicken recipe?

The chicken is seasoned with a base of olive oil mixed with minced garlic and black peppercorns, followed by Adobo seasoning, Pit Boss Roasted Garlic and Ginger seasoning, and a custom spicy pepper rub for added heat and flavor.

What is a useful tip for managing temperature when opening a pellet grill during cooking?

When opening a pellet grill to add or adjust food, it's recommended to temporarily lower the temperature setting by a couple of hundred degrees. This prevents the grill from overcompensating and rapidly heating up due to the open lid.

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