National Rotisserie Chicken Day

Supriya Jain
Dec 22, 2023 By Supriya Jain
Originally Published on Feb 07, 2022
Fact-checked by Dimple Malhotra
Cook chicken on National Rotisserie Chicken Day with crushed red pepper and Italian herb.

Where is National Rotisserie Chicken Day celebrated?

National Rotisserie Chicken Day is observed annually on June 2 in America. Celebrating people buy or enjoy cooking a rotisserie-style chicken, share pictures, and enjoy it with friends. 

Who is National Rotisserie Chicken Day celebrated by?

All rotisserie chicken lovers are known to celebrate National Rotisserie Chicken Day every year with a lot of excitement, cooking new recipes that make their mouth water. 

When did National Rotisserie Chicken Day first start?

The National Rotisserie Chicken Day was founded in 2015 by the Boston Market Restaurants who celebrated this day in April. However, over the years, it got moved to June 2 and has been celebrated on that day ever since. 

Who started National Rotisserie Chicken Day?

National Rotisserie Chicken Day was started by Boston Market Restaurants, who are producers and sellers of rotisserie chickens and are also responsible for being the first to make it easily accessible to the public. 

History And Timeline

While not much is known about the history and evolution of National Rotisserie Chicken Day, there is some history of Rotisserie Chicken that can be traced back a few centuries. 

The Oldest Record

There is no evidence as to where this preparation was being done. There are records of it being cooked in the open air, overheated. The steady turning and slow cooking method created the perfectly cooked chicken.

1300s

Rotisserie Chicken In Supermarkets

Rotisserie chicken has become available in various supermarkets and grocery stores in the US. It also became popular because, after the World Wars, people faced financial issues, and rotisserie chickens were cheaper than raw whole chickens.

1900s

Rotisserie Chicken In Canada

Rotisserie chicken was a very popular dish and a big part of Canadian pop culture. The demand, as well as supply, were quite high.

'50s

Hike In Demand

During the early 2000s, demand and supply for rotisserie chickens got a little higher. However, the real hike happened around 2010, when about 600 million rotisserie chickens were consumed in America.

2000s

Costco Led The Way

Americans consumed over 900 million rotisserie chickens, 87 million of which were produced by and sold in Costco stores all over America.

2017

Traditions And Customs

Since it is not an official holiday, there are no traditions or customs associated with National Rotisserie Chicken Day. Celebrators simply get a rotisserie chicken or make a home rotisserie chicken.

Ways To Observe Or Celebrate National Rotisserie Chicken Day

Celebrating National Rotisserie Chicken Day is simple. All you need to do is to get your hands on a rotisserie chicken and enjoy it with friends and family, serving it for lunch, dinner, or both.

Rotisserie chicken can be found in several stores across the country. Costco outlets are known to have spicier varieties and more flavors like Italian herbs and crushed red peppers.

Facts and Stats

  • Boston Market Restaurants first started celebrating National Rotisserie Chicken Day.
  • PETA is against the celebration of National Rotisserie Chicken Day.
  • Many restaurants organize events on this day to promote this delicacy.

Why is rotisserie chicken bad for you?

Rotisserie chicken in itself is not bad for you. It becomes bad for several reasons, which are also the reasons why this slow-cooked chicken is sold cheaper than a full raw chicken.

The primary reason for a rotisserie chicken being bad for you is that certain brands can use a lot of sodium, which is really bad for your health.

Is there a National Chicken Day?

There is a National Fried Chicken Day celebrated in the US on July 6. However, no record of a National Chicken Day has been found. 

Why did Costco stop selling rotisserie chicken?

Costco has shortened its rotisserie chicken supply and is close to completely stopping since it has kept its price incredibly low, causing the chain to suffer an inflationary issue. Since 2009, Costco has sold its rotisserie chicken for just $4.99.

Why is rotisserie chicken so cheap?

Rotisserie chicken is kept at a cheap price because it is either made using a chicken that is close to its 'use by' date, after which it would have to be thrown out and the store would lose all its money, while by selling it as a rotisserie chicken, stores are able to avoid that. 

Secondly, by keeping the prices low, stores are able to attract a lot of people to come and shop for them, which leads them to buy more things or do their grocery shopping. 

Why do kids love celebrating National Rotisserie Chicken Day with their families?

Rotisserie chicken is loved by all, whether they are children or adults. Children love celebrating it with their families as it provides them a day to enjoy their time with their parents, eating their favorite foods, perhaps experimenting with new recipes with them as well, and enjoying their favorite meat. 

Who was the first person to celebrate National Rotisserie Chicken Day?

The Boston Market restaurants first started celebrating National Rotisserie Chicken Day. 

How enjoyable is it to celebrate National Rotisserie Chicken Day?

This day is enjoyable because it is not only fun but also an incredibly delicious celebration. A rotisserie chicken is extremely versatile and can be enjoyed in multiple forms.

Rotisserie chicken is slow-cooked and the continuous turning ensures an even cook while keeping it moist as it is able to bast in its own juices, making it crispy on the outside and juicy on the inside. Do not forget to add more flavor to your dish by adding some veggies like peas and potatoes.

What does PETA say about celebrating National Rotisserie Chicken Day?

As People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals (PETA) is against the cruelty of animals, it does not believe in celebrating a day for the killing of an animal for human enjoyment.

When Is This Day Celebrated

  • Monday, June 01, 2020
  • Tuesday, June 01, 2021
  • Wednesday, June 01, 2022
  • Thursday, June 01, 2023
  • Saturday, June 01, 2024

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Written by Supriya Jain

Bachelor of Commerce, Master of Business Administration specializing in Marketing

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