Grilling a whole chicken rotisserie style is a great way to feed a healthier dinner to your friends and family. It tastes great, too! Here’s how to do it: Fetch your chicken. You’ll need to prepare your poultry before seasoning it. Cut off any excess and flappy skin. This is the chewy, unwanted, and unhealthy portion of the chicken. Then, … Read More
Recipe: Sautéed Tuscan Chicken Strips
Chicken strips are always a big hit for any age! Take notes as Kelly teaches us how to take your strips up a notch with some veggies, spices, and of course, your grill! Ingredients: 2-3 pounds skinless boneless chicken strips (or breasts, cut as desired) 2-3 tablespoons Tuscan seasoning ½ cup broccoli crown (cut into bite size pieces) 1 pound … Read More
How to Choose a Cut of Meat
You know your way around a grill, but have you mastered the meat section of your grocery store? Here’s what to look for when choosing a cut of meat. Steak Beef can be divided into eight sections: chuck, brisket, shank, rib, short plate, loin, flank, and round. We’ll break down the basic eight, but first, here’s some important terminology. “Marbling” … Read More
Easy Marinades Every Grill Master Can Conquer
No meat should hit the grill before being marinated, brined, or given a good rub-down with seasonings. If you want to add pizzazz, marinades provide endless ways to take your meat to the next level. Before getting started, place your meat in a resealable plastic bag. Then, add your choice of ingredients and shake until your meat is evenly coated. … Read More
Recipe: Kelly B’s Sweet N Spicy Chicken Sandwich
Grill masters aren’t boring. So, why would you make a boring sandwich? You’ve got the tools and ingredients to make a savory, smoky masterpiece. And, here’s a recipe to get your sandwich game up to snuff. Ingredients 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, halved 8 hamburger buns 8 slices of provolone or pepper jack cheese 1 cup of Kelly B’s Sweet … Read More
Recipe: Grilled Cranberry Chicken
Looking for something sweet, smoky, and delicious? This grilled cranberry chicken is the perfect winter recipe. Your special Valentine will love this as an upcoming date night meal. You’re welcome. Ingredients 1 14-ounce can Ocean Spray® Jellied Cranberry Sauce2 teaspoons cumin1 teaspoon grated lime peel2 tablespoons lime juice1 jalapeño pepper, seeded, finely chopped4 bone-in chicken breast halves (about 2 1/4 … Read More
Tried and True Grilled Combos
Need ideas for something creative to pair with your perfectly barbecued meat? We have everything you need! Surf and Turf – Place deveined jumbo shrimp on skewers and toss them on the grill until they turn pearly white. Make sure not to overcook! Soak wood skewers for at least an hour so they don’t burn up. Cube your grilled steak … Read More
How to Grill and Not Poison Your Friends
Don’t send your friends home with food poisoning. A true grill master creates meals that are both delicious and safe. The best way to ensure your masterpieces are cooked to safe temperatures is to use a meat thermometer. There are many different types of thermometers for all types and cuts of meat. A digital instant-read thermometer is your best bet … Read More
3 Ways to Prepare the Perfect Chicken
Is your chicken burnt on the outside and pink on the inside? Don’t be that guy. Don’t do this to chicken! While chicken is one of the most popular pieces of meat to toss on the grill or in the smoker – so many people do it wrong. For the best grilled chicken follow these steps: Pro tip: Don’t forget … Read More
Rookie grilling mistake No. 1: Don’t confuse smoking and grilling
Grilling is great. Smoking is divine. Do them both. But for the love of all things good and holy stop calling them the same thing. Grilling (v.): Cooking meat over direct heat on a charcoal or gas grill. Smoking (v.): Cooking food using non-direct heat at a lower temperature, following the “low and slow” method. For grilling, I highly recommend … Read More