6lb Whole Chicken in the Instant Vortex Plus!

Instant brand products make cooking a breeze and this Instant Vortex Plus is no different. We decided to push it's limits in cooked a whole 6lb chicken in it! It turned out so tender and juicy! Make sure to watch to the end to see just how good it turned out.
*Cook chicken to an internal temperature of 165 degrees Fahrenheit
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[@terrysmith5190]

You should be checking the temperature of the chicken in the thigh instead of the breast. It is the thickest part of the chicken and let’s you know if it is completely cooked. Don’t tent your chicken with foil while it is still hot. It takes the crispness away from the skin. But the chicken still looks awesome!

[@BenMurphyTN]

I feel like you could drop the oven temp to 165° and let it rest in there without the foil. Maybe 140° so it's not too hot but within the food safety recommendations (provided you got that instant read of 165° on the thigh). I haven't attempted this yet, but I plan on using my Meater probe to ensure I have the internal temps right.

[@dlane7539]

Thanks! I just got our Vortex Plus & was wanting to do a chicken on rotisserie. We have the old time Ronco rotisserie that made awesome chicken but it is a pain because it always gets unbalanced as it spins. I appreciate the step by step guide. Cheers!

[@billknudson6620]

That chicken looks delicious! Thanks for the video!

[@samanthakeys2274]

Awesome video man. Thank you so much for the directions. It helps A lot. Subscribed. 🥰

[@dkyelak]

I tried your method twice with the Vortex Pro and it came out perfectly each time. I can't find a small enough chicken to rotisserie, so this method works great.

[@juliannakirksey9065]

OMGOMGOMG I just bought a 5 pound whole chicken to specifically cook rotisserie style in my vortex air fryer but I’ve been watching other videos and have been getting disappointed because I’m seeing that you can’t rotate a whole chicken bigger than 4 pounds. Yessss you saved me

[@jamesprine3008]

Dammit...chicken looked so good, I started gnawing on my monitor...FEED ME! LOL Seriously, this is a GREAT video, you're a natural. Thanks so much for sharing!

[@TheDrunkenButcher]

Thank you! It was delicious and I cant wait to get done with the processing season to get back to making videos!!!

[@ingridgustavsson3012]

Yes! Finally, someone that's not afraid to actually season something! Favor flavor flavor.. just a new subscriber right here. 👋

[@everythingyousayiscorrect]

Right! I get so sick of people… i watched a woman season a whole chicken with Italian dressing and wanted to slap her.

[@louie9373]

@@everythingyousayiscorrect i like italian dressing to marinate chicken but not just as a seasoning before cooking

[@tmcginnis21144]

I haven’t seen that seasoning in California but it looks like a lot of pepper I just bought famous Dave’s chicken rub seasoning

[@janethair2433]

I just did a rotisserie 3.5 lb chicken which fits well. It was great! To know that I can roast a larger one here was a game changer for me. Goes to show I'm just not really that smart when it comes to cookin'. I love my Vortex and thank you for this video!

[@TheDrunkenButcher]

You can use the rotisserie for up to 4lbs but, as long as it fits, you can put a bigger bird on the bottom shelf. Just have to rotate it manually. Glad you enjoyed your chicken!

[@smooshiebear80]

Agreed! I haven’t been able to even find a chicken that is 4 lbs or less at my grocery store! Thanks for this.

[@Francine19632000]

I am soooo excited to try this tonight

[@TheDrunkenButcher]

Late response but how was it?

[@rayrose3148]

We did some hens and even made air fried chicken...both turned out great....love to see your take on it...

[@TheDrunkenButcher]

We are gonna knock out some wings in it soon, air fried of course. They are delicious!

[@lindaperkins1091]

Can you leave the instant vortex plus plugged in when not in use and is it possible to turn the panel off when not in use?

[@TheDrunkenButcher]

You can but I would not recommend it. I've seen people who have left them plugged in and they randomly start. Also, it is best to unplug anything not in use to save on electricity.

[@jkelee9]

Thanks for showing us this! I just got mine yesterday and I can't edit to use it! How do I get my hands on the Spice?

[@TheDrunkenButcher]

Enjoy!! You can purchase direct from my website www.thedrunkenbutcher.us thank you!!!

[@blueshirt06]

i don't think I've ever thought of a Coors lite as refreshing LOL kidding, as always great cooking video I'm buying a Vortex plus next week can't wait to roast in it

[@craigcooper5060]

Just got my air fryer a few days ago and can't wait to try my first whole chicken. I was looking at the web site... Do critical care workers get the discount as well?

[@dogmaclement]

I like to do the main roasting breast down then the last 20 or so mins breat up...and i use soy sauce then my seasonings.

[@GadjetGriller]

Nice video! Have you already tried the Rotisserie function?( I'm lazy and like to let it self baste) Although cant argue with your results!!

[@TheDrunkenButcher]

We have with a prime rib, you can check it out here kzbin.info/www/bejne/lZnSiJ6wZd-Ed9E . This chicken was just a little too big to fit on the spit and we didn't have the Omni yet.

[@hunterhawk5710]

@@TheDrunkenButcher And the rotisserie sucks, worst than ronco

[@LadyKC67]

@@hunterhawk5710 you’re so right. The chicken has to be under 4 pounds. You have to truss it up tight all over and the pole/mechanism is tricky to put in right. I bought it specifically for the rotisserie function and now I’m greatly disappointed.

[@dannysunay8099]

If you try the skewer, the chicken has to be 4 pounds max. But, it comes out crisper! Try it. Although this way comes out just as delicious!

[@dannysunay8099]

NICE!!!! you even drink my kind of refreshment! 😁👌👌

[@leagueofotters2774]

Got a vortex pro about a week ago....got the 5 lb'r cooking right now....drinking Heineken.

[@Toltecgrl]

You sold me on this. I can’t afford an oven in my house. And this chicken looks good. 👍 Can this thing bake cookies and cakes too? Or is it mostly like for roasting and broiling?

[@barbarashakespeare8749]

You ROCK!

[@TheDrunkenButcher]

Thank you!

[@workliferecognition7002]

I have a boneless chicken about 3 lbs. What should the temp be for fully cooked

[@TheDrunkenButcher]

165 internal

[@workliferecognition7002]

Had it wrong it was a pork

[@TheDrunkenButcher]

145 for pork

[@b.shields903]

OMG, I followed your instructions and my chicken turned out fabulous!! Way better than the rotisserie chicken you buy in the store, you're so right!!! Thank you for this video ;-)

[@RedfishInc]

Looks delicious but is there a reason why you didn't rotisserie the chicken?

[@orul8273]

He said in an earlier comment that it was too big for the spit. but linked to a prime rib roast video.

[@marshalgriep614]

I know some items are way faster vs an oven and the preheat times but you cooked it for over an hour wouldn’t it be the same in an oven?

[@PunKComido]

This is great though. For people that only have this as an oven

[@ALTEREGOWORLD617]

You got the right beer for the job

[@MattyDemello]

Man I bought a 4 1/2 pound chicken and it wouldn't fit on the rotisserie. So I'm trying it this way

[@Kt-cn2rq]

Thank God I thought rotisserie chicken since says under 4 lbs. True I would have drained the pan 😄

[@jacklinepeterson4501]

Can you put tin foil in the vortec ?

[@TheDrunkenButcher]

It's not recommended. On the trays with the holes, you want that air flow. Also, the trays are coated with teflon so they are extremely easy to clean.

[@milenko801]

Nice beer of Choice

[@jimchallender4616]

How about starting with breast down first, then the thigh gets a head start and the breast finishes facing up and much more crispy? Second thought, try spatchcocking? Do you think it rivals or bests Costco Chicken?

[@ronwashington7319]

Dude didn't even wash his chicken.

[@davidhall2197]

OK, I want 6 empty cans of Coors Lite on the counter by the end of this video.

[@marco785]

Can this be done on air fry? Have you tried it?

[@TheDrunkenButcher]

We have not tried a whole chicken on air fry yet but it is very possible.

[@Tri-tipTim]

So you did that for 65 minutes right?

[@whoanow6410]

Why not just use the rotisserie of the final product

[@Larryloafer488]

Soak some bread in that juice and fry in a pan or make a gravy 👊

[@marshalgriep614]

Don’t take my other comment and shit talk it still looks good and I’m obviously watching because I have a vortex but mine didn’t come with any books for cook times and shit so I’m looking at videos of ideas for din din haha and the wife and two girls like chicken so......

[@MrGolddenboy]

The reason its not crispy anymore is because you put foil over it

[@HannahBellLector]

Melt some butter throw that grease in it add some flour make a gravy it is bomb

[@orul8273]

And.....best beard on youtube goes to.....The Drunken Butcher!!! Thanks for doing this video. I asked my momma for one for Christmas and I'm looking forward to using it. Going to have to check out your seasoning too. Thank you!!

[@soniachristie944]

Free range kids 😀😃😀

[@heathbarker3004]

Love the chicken, but drink real beer not water.

[@ivonnelarancuent2526]

You didn't wash the chicken

[@TheDrunkenButcher]

You should never wash chicken before cooking because it increases the risk of salmonella poisoning. The bacteria that you can wash away can and will splash everywhere. However, most of the bacteria cannot even be washed off. That is why you have to cook until 165 degree internal temperature.

[@eyeonart6865]

That beard is awful.

[@jacklinepeterson4501]

This is a cooking. It's not a beauty . Your on the wrong video.

[@TheDrunkenButcher]

Thank you, I love it as well.