We’re turning up the heat on grilling this summer with the Ninja Woodfire™ Pro Connect XL Outdoor Grill & Smoker. If you want to ramp up your grilling game, Anna is teaming up with Kenzie Swanhart, Senior Director and Head of the Global Ninja test kitchen to learn more about this one-hit-wonder of a grill, because it does it all! From grilling and baking to air-frying, even smoking, it’s portable and electric making it perfect for camping, boating, and even tailgating. Kenzie shows Anna how to use the smoker feature using their exclusive woodfire wood pellets and they show you how to make a few delicious recipes.
INGREDIENTS:
- 2 whole chickens (7–8 pounds each)
- 1/2-1 cup spice rub seasoning of choice
- Kosher salt, as desired
- Ground black pepper, as desired
PREPARATION:
- To install the grill grate, position it flat on top of the heating element so it sits in place. Plug the thermometer into the unit.
- Liberally season both chickens on all sides with desired seasoning, salt, and pepper. Place chickens on the grill grate, insert thermometer into the thickest part of the meat, then close hood over cord.
- While holding the smoke box open, use the pellet scoop to pour pellets into the box until filled to the top.
- Select SMOKER, set temperature to 375F, and select PRESET. To set the thermometer, select CHICKEN. Select START to begin cooking. There is no preheat time for the Smoker function. The pellets will go through an ignition cycle (IGN) for 3–6 minutes, then the grill will begin cooking and the timer will begin counting down.
- When cooking is complete, open the hood, remove chickens from the grill, and let rest for at least 20 minutes. Serve with desired side dishes and sauce.
