Grilled Chicken on the Big Green Egg

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by Chef Jason from 5280 Culinary

Sometime though we struggle with how thick the chicken is, how hot the grill should be and more.  Well struggle no more, because we have the recipe for you.  Cooked on the Big Green Egg for that amazing charcoal finish.

Grilled Chicken on the Big Green Egg

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Yield: Serves 4-6 People

Prep time: 5 Minutes Prep, 10 Minute Soak

Cook time: 10-12 minutes

Ingredients

Measure   Ingredient                                                            

2 lbs                Chicken, Breast, Boneless Skinless - Natural Chicken

Taste              Oil, Canola                                                                                                  

Taste              Tiki Tiki  Seasoning, 5280 Culinary

Chicken Soak Directions

  • CHICKEN SOAK
    • Mix Together in a medium sized bowl
      • Slice the chicken on a bias to get equal sized pieces. Chicken Medallions
      • Place chicken into a heavy duty Ziploc bag/pan/bowl
      • Add oil to lightly coat the chicken
      • Season to taste with Tiki Tiki
      • Squeeze out the air and seal the Ziploc bag
      • Place in the fridge and allow to soak for 10-15 minutes

Cooking Notes

  • Pre heat your Big Green Egg to 500 Degrees
  • Setup your Big Green Egg for direct cooking

Cooking Directions

  • Pre heat your Big Green Egg to 500 Degrees
  • Setup your Big Green Egg for direct cooking
  • Place the chicken over the center hottest area and sear on the first side for about 3-4 minutes. Visual cue is when chicken starts to turn white around the edges
  • Open the dome (be sure to burp it) and flip the chicken
    • Close the lid
    • Sear for an additional 3-4 minutes or until 165 degrees internal temperature
    • You can move to the outside of the egg to help finish in a more indirect method
  • Remove from the heat and let rest (uncovered), resting will result in carry over cooking and temp will usually climb another 3-5 degrees
  • Enjoy grilled or with your favorite BBQ sauce or fire honey

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Published: 3/2/2020