Rotisserie chicken question

[Mark Foreman]

Now that I have my 2015 performer back, I dug the Weber roti out of the garage.


Doing a single bird.
Here’s my question - the roti instructions call for 2 fires and many online sources, including Weber, say 1 fire. Anyone answer as to which is best?

Looks to be fun. I don’t remember using this for a long time.

Thanks!

 

[Wilmer Cogburn]

I did split baskets till the internal temp started getting close.


Then I pulled them direct under to crisp up the skin and finish.

No expert. This was first time and turned out excellent.

 

[timothy]

Since its spinning I don't think it matters but two would be hotter faster compared to one.
I've only done one and that's towards the rear of my kamado and that cooked pretty fast.

 

[Timothy F. Lewis]

I’ve always done basic split indirect and, built them pretty hot and never had a problem, one chimney split between the two baskets.

 

[Mark Foreman]

Thank you all. 2 baskets it is.
Never thought about it till I went on line today.

 

[BFletcher]

I've always used two but you reminded me of this post from Chuck that I found interesting: https://tvwbb.com/threads/memorial-day-thanksgiving.98361/#post-1149919

 

[Keith P]

Now that I have my 2015 performer back, I dug the Weber roti out of the garage.
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Doing a single bird.
Here’s my question - the roti instructions call for 2 fires and many online sources, including Weber, say 1 fire. Anyone answer as to which is best?

Looks to be fun. I don’t remember using this for a long time.

Thanks!

Weber sponsored videos on charcoal rotisserie I was able to find always show split baskets. I always split. For typical 4 to 5 lb chicken it normally takes 80 minutes for me. I do a dry salt brine over night and apply any rub about 4 hours prior to cook. Been fortunate to always have good result.

 

[Mark Foreman]

So I did split baskets with JD briquettes (trying for 1st time). Cooking temp 350. Did a single chicken with herb butter under the skin. Result was wonderful. Also put potatoes in the drip pan. Liked those the best.

I want to thank all who replied. Where else can you ask a question and get an answer so quickly.