Chicken in my $8 Dollar Rotisserie Oven

[@davidsapir3764]

I've had my original Showtime Rotisserie since 2003, looks exactly like this one. And I still use it all the time and it works as awesome as ever. What made the classic 2001 infomercial so epic is that this product really does everything the infomercial promised. Everything comes out amazing in this rotisserie. Thanks for the cool video.

[@SmokingBBQ]

Thanks David, glad you enjoyed the video. Make sure to subscribe and check out more of my videos. Happy New Year!

[@daninwy2681]

I got one just like it but it says: "Ronco". They're probably made in China and the rebranded.

[@yvangnutov8114]

Arill have mine from 1998

[@kimberlycary2722]

Im one that does the rub, then trusses with string When these steps done, ive found one easy way to mount on the rotisserie prongs is set just the prongs in grey base standing upright, then place chicken vertical, neck side down, legs up, and center on prongs, puncture meat, then push chicken down prongs and they'll poke out by legs. Place other end (cog wheel) on rotisserie and place in cooker. Might not work for everyone, but easiest method I've found so far. Happy rotisserying!!❤

[@ericg2167]

That Ronco is a gift from the gods. The juices don't drip but continuously flow around the bird. My Ronco failed/broke and my family was devastated. It's a great product. Miss it so much.

[@SmokingBBQ]

Keep looking for one. You might get lucky and find one at a garage sale or auction like we did. Thanks for leaving a comment.

[@keo957]

Found a Compact Showtime Rotisserie on eBay, white, in original box-these were the 1st models. It is new/old stock, came with everything. They are built like tanks,Ron Popeil wanted a well made product. Will try a turkey breast in this week before Christmas. I do like the inside light and it doesn't heat up the kitchen in the summer.

[@kimberlycary2722]

We've rotisseried countless turkeys, chickens, turkey breast, etc...works like a champ and have had in family for decades!!

[@SFBenjaminK]

I cant believe U JUST paid $8 for this jewel ,such as hard to find these days ..i just bought couple of these SHOWTIME PLATINUM DIGITAL ROTISSERIE & SHOWTIME MODERN ROTISSERIE, STAINLESS STEEL from their website with discount for $155 each! BUT to me is the BEST Rotisserie machine is out there since 90s hands down👍👌

[@SmokingBBQ]

Glad you found one, they make excellent Chicken! Good Luck!

[@Yui789esss]

I jus got one for $5 in Facebook market

[@SFBenjaminK]

@@Yui789esss F****

[@fore6972]

Thank you for your info of your great purchase. I was also lucky enough to get one at my local Salvation Army Store's 4th of July 2021 sale of 50% off of $24.00, so I paid $12.50 for the large digital one. I'm using it tonight for rack of ribs... my fingers are crossed.

[@SmokingBBQ]

Awesome to hear you found a deal too! I never have done ribs, as I usually smoke them, but I hope they come out great. Make sure to try a chicken in the future, and thanks for leaving a comment and stopping by!

[@stevenjohnson8507]

Holy Toledo! Have you seen what they're charging on Amazon? You came across a great deal.

[@cavatinasophia5343]

I bought one last week, it’s getting delivered today, I paid 179 plus tax, came to 192.00 in the meantime, a friend knew I was looking for one and they gave it to me for free!! Can’t wait to use it. I’ll send Amazon’s back yay!

[@mshowell6264]

Don't turn it off you'll damage the timer. Just unplug it & let the timer go thru. Is a known suggestion. Looks delicious!!

[@SmokingBBQ]

Thanks for the tip!

[@cathynelson5615]

Thanks. 😊

[@drwgisblaidd2650]

My friend Stacey, still has that Ron Popeil rotisserie, it works very well! Kinda wish I had one. He had one of the few infomercials that offered a product, that lasted. most just died , Ron was cool.

[@SmokingBBQ]

He was a good salesman and business man for sure. The oven does work very well for chicken too!

[@radgaming8437]

I don’t own the manual, was given this as a gift, and decided to use it today. This video gave me detailed enough examples and instructions to make a surprisingly delicious rotisserie at home! Thank you!

[@SmokingBBQ]

Glad my video helped you cook your first Rotisserie Chicken. That little oven does a great job for sure. Thanks for the comment and for stopping by!

[@rmorgan63]

I bought one at Goodwill for 4.50. I cooked some chicken thighs in it. They were awesome. I like that you dont have preseason the meat. the cooking process get flavor all through the meat.

[@MariaMaria-jn4ck]

Got mine @Restore ( Habitat for Humanity) for $10.00 about three days ago. It is rotating right now with a chicken that was brined overnight with salt, sugar, black peppercorn and bay leaves and than a homemade dry rub made with garlic and onion powder, smoked paprika, oregano and thyme. The house smells amazing. Thank you so much for a great video, easy to understand and to the point. Your video was so good that I did not even need to watch another one to get it.

[@SmokingBBQ]

I hope you enjoy the chicken, and make many more in the future. Thanks for stopping by and leaving a comment.

[@bigboricua4573]

I remember watching the infomercial in the mid 90’s & always wanted one but for some reason I never got one. About 2 years ago I found one in a second hand store for $12 and I have been using it every Sunday ever since. I can’t get enough of it, I have the bigger model with digital time. If you have a chance to buy one I recommend you get it.

[@SmokingBBQ]

They do cook Chicken very well! Thanks for the comment!

[@kevinspacey5325]

My dad bought me and the wife a ronco when we moved into our 1st apartment, 15+ years ago, I just put brats and onions on for dinner. These things run like champs!

[@piewhackit2me]

Just picked up a Ronco Showtime professional 6000.This thing is huge.Got it at Goodwill outlet for $5.00.Had all the parts accessories/instructions.Took two cans of Easy off oven spray to deep clean it.It came out pristine clean.Going to be cooking a Boston butt.Love pork butt crispy skin

[@SmokingBBQ]

Good luck with your new cooking adventures with your Showtime Rotisserie! I appreciate you stopping by and leaving a comment.

[@kenpflueger1967]

Looks delicious and welcome to Wisconsin

[@SmokingBBQ]

Thank you Ken. Loving Wisconsin, thanks for stopping by!

[@k9m42]

When we lived in an apartment we used one of these Ronkos all the time. They were fantastic.

[@toeholt]

I got lucky like you! I found mine at Goodwill still in a box new! I brined some chicken breast with the bone at 88cent a pound / overnight and all I can say is WOW! It is a great oven, cooking the breast was better than the whole chicken...The pack of chicken breast with bone cost me 4.00. Great deal everywhere! Keep up the videos! Hey from TN!

[@SmokingBBQ]

Hey Donna. Definitely a find if you can get your hands on one cheap. Will have to try Chicken Breast. Thanks for leaving a comment and for stopping by!

[@fuqutube]

I just got the same unit from a dude for 25 bucks with all the assys. Pretty cool, works great. Even had the VHS tape with it!

[@SmokingBBQ]

Nice! You know it is old when it comes with a VHS tape! I don't even have a way to watch that now! But it does cook a chicken great! Thanks for stopping by and leaving a comment, I appreciate it!

[@kimberlycary2722]

We have this rotisserie and just made another chicken last night! Love this appliance!!❤❤❤

[@brucevodka]

I just got one and learned a great deal from this, merry Christmas!

[@SmokingBBQ]

Thanks, you too!

[@annesummers09]

I loved RonCo products. They were the best!

[@patriot1902]

I got one of those as a wedding gift. The 5 dollar Costco chickens are so much better so we donated ours. It really helps to brine the whole bird first.

[@Matsci101]

My friend can do a 6lb bird the same as Costco. Its not rocket science and I do it too!

[@Yui789esss]

@@Matsci101 do you know the recipe ?

[@Matsci101]

@@Yui789esss Brine the bird for 6 to12 hrs, then add fresh herbs to the cavity it takes some experimenting I put some soy sauce and pepper on the outside, however using less salt and replacing it with soy sauce helps the brine add soy flavor. We all taste differently so just have fun. Rosemary, Thyme, and lemon grass are good starters to put inside. Also if you need Kebob Skewers you can find used and new on Ebay.

[@Yui789esss]

@@Matsci101 thanks! I just got one of these machines from Facebook market and I’ll try your recommendations

[@LeverActionLarry]

Yeah but look at the amount of salt the Costco chickens have

[@jorgelinares22]

I’ve been having this stored in my garage for years , and I’m just today opening it 😂!!! I’m hearing a lot of good reviews from folks !!!

[@haroldgreen1425]

Good job. I have missed my old rotisserie that I gave away to one of my kids. I recently bought the new stainless steel one. It did a great chicken so I tried ribs and they were beautiful but I did cook them a bit too long. My fault entirely. I'm doing a salmon filet tonight. One note. I found that a rack of baby back ribs cut in half just fit in the fish basket. A bit hard to compress the cover to fit but I managed it. I have a large electric smoker outside but it's close to a hundred degrees and I prefer to cook indoors while it's that hot. I did note that without the vegetable pan they sell you can take a small lightweight sauce pan and cook vegetables like heating beans with it on top of the rotisserie. I would also guess you can take a foil pan and heat vegetables in it on top as well. Just cover it with foil to hold the heat in. I don't remember when ron started selling the ovens but I do remember him selling the vegetable slicing machine that I still have two of from back around 1969. It can make regular fries, crinkle cut fries, and waffle cut fries.

[@SmokingBBQ]

Seems like a real powerhouse cooking machine! Thanks for stopping by and sharing your story!

[@ritaramos5874]

Hello this is Rick and Rita of South Gate omg I'm gonna actually be using my oven tonight to cook my whole body chicken yes I purchased my off the commercial way back when I must say hello to your children I have my grand child Brandon 13. my Maddie 8 they remind me of my baby bears🐻 it's been years since I used my oven I brind my whole chicken over night hopefully it cooks well I totally left my gloves it came with on top and wow not a good thing 😩 thank you for sharing 🙏N

[@SmokingBBQ]

Thanks for stopping by and leaving a comment Rita!

[@DrDavesDiversions]

Welcome Erik. I'm in Madison, and just do publish a fraction of my videos about smoking. Tom Horsman is also here in WI!

[@SmokingBBQ]

I knew Tom was here. Hoping to get my hands on that new Char-Griller Gravity Fed 980 Charcoal Grill that Tom has been doing videos on lately. So far loving it here in the Chippewa Falls area. Thanks for stopping by, I will definitely check out some of your videos.

[@DrDavesDiversions]

@@SmokingBBQ Up to you. I have a short playlist about mods; mostly I use Smoke Daddy (Chicago-based) cold smoke generators to smoke on gas grills. Chippewa Falls, my sister lived there for some decades. You are officially "Up North" now! Congrats! www.mnmuseumofthems.org/45th/

[@davehudson4607]

The first time I used mine, I overcooked my first roast as well 🔥

[@stevenjohnson8507]

"And just make that first puncture WOUND." Cute.😁

[@Forevertrue]

Thanks Erik looking good. What a find. Thanks man!

[@SmokingBBQ]

Thanks again for stopping by!

[@jrod9241970]

My father used to have one just like that and we used it and used it makes the best chicken

[@SmokingBBQ]

I have to say it cooks a chicken excellent. Thanks for stopping by!

[@laurakerr5260]

Have done Pork tenderloin in laws were thrilled with the results

[@donnelhuddleston2478]

Loved the 1 that I had used it for pork chops and chicken all the time.

[@SmokingBBQ]

It is a great little rotisserie, thanks for stopping by!

[@mikehernanadez9196]

i got one , for 10 dollars in mexico in a thrirft store , and i got the mini ronco for 5 dollars blth complete other than the gloves and scerwers that when new it comes , oh and the basket on top is missing but im happy

[@SmokingBBQ]

They make excellent chicken. Glad you got such a good deal. Thanks for stopping by!

[@dorisbotts6414]

My son loves his. But just lately it started to make a squeaking sound as it turns.. but only half way on the turn. Does anybody know what might be wrong? Looked at the manuals but doesn't say why it would do that.

[@SmokingBBQ]

Try spraying some WD40 in the gears on the sides, probably just needs to be lubricated. Thanks for stopping by!

[@dorisbotts6414]

@@SmokingBBQ Thanks. He'll try it.

[@terri6645]

Any idea how long to cook 5 thighs in the basket? Thanks

[@SmokingBBQ]

Not sure, but probably about an hour or so. Check temperature, should be 180-185 degrees.

[@JanielZapata-r4s]

8:38 PM STOP REQUSTED

[@PugOfWallSt]

great video

[@SmokingBBQ]

Thanks for the visit

[@seantilldawn]

189F!?!? You torched it😬

[@SmokingBBQ]

No, the Rotisserie cooked it just like it should have. Cooking it this way will guarantee it will go over 165, but it still is juicy and full of flavor. Thanks for stopping by and leaving a comment!

[@Love888G]

its awsome for steaks too

[@joeswanson733]

this thing is no joke. it probably makes one of the best roast chicken at home

[@SmokingBBQ]

I agree! Thanks for stopping by!

[@bunnieturbeville5638]

I love mine! Found mine brand new at Big Lots Store for $10.

[@brandyfinley4957]

Ya all overpaid, I just scored mine from a free pile, clean and works 🤗

[@SmokingBBQ]

Not bad at all! Have fun making some Delicious Chickens! Thanks for stopping by!

[@oldfarmshow]

👍

[@swingarmer]

I found my wife at one of those auctions.

[@SmokingBBQ]

They work great!

[@kyndlehewett]

7:11 set it and forget it

[@hayamtahoun5204]

I was happy with it

[@gleichg]

No damage to the cutting board? I didn't see any.

[@SmokingBBQ]

Cutting board was fine, it would be safe on the counter, but just to make sure. Thanks for stopping by!

[@Pozer714]

I just paid over $170 for almost exactly the same oven, but it's now a year later with Joe Biden at the helm! Mine is the silver model. Kids are great! The little girl is funny! The boy is you 25 years ago!

[@gleichg]

I have a Ronco pocket fisherman. And some knives.

[@lydiacartagena643]

I had one but it broke want to get another one makes the best chicken

[@michelleperleberg8873]

I'm in Wisconsin

[@leagarner3675]

OMG you guys look and talk like you're from WI. Hope you have adjusted to winter!

[@SmokingBBQ]

We are! Thanks for stopping by and leaving a comment, I appreciate that!

[@fore6972]

Side note. you can remove the chicken from the unit by placing a large enough plate beneath the bird and lift it off the spinner.

[@mikehernanadez9196]

wow thank for the tip ,

[@SgtSlime365]

I literally bought one today for 8 bucks

[@SmokingBBQ]

Well worth 8 bucks for sure!

[@josephgarcia7396]

😋 yummy

[@annettepaulhus6946]

Hi there: I have one of these machines--you should try a turkey in it--it turns out awesome!! Check on KZbin and you will find posts on how to use the machine!!

[@hayamtahoun5204]

Did u know I bought from long time 120$

[@EnuffsEnuff318]

I need 8 bucks first.

[@malibustacy3606]

He sold over 7 million of these things...cha ching.

[@lindaobrien8538]

$40 at thrift store