Smoked Chicken Bbq Recipe
Rabbit Ridge Farms chicken smoked with BBQ sauce
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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
Method
Cooking Instructions
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Prepare the Chicken
Rinse the whole chicken under cold water and pat dry with paper towels. Rub the chicken with olive oil, ensuring it’s evenly coated.
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Season the Chicken
In a small bowl, mix together salt, black pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and smoked paprika. Rub this spice mixture all over the chicken, including under the skin for maximum flavor.
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Preheat the Smoker
Preheat your smoker to 225°F (107°C). Soak the wood chips in water for at least 30 minutes before use to create smoke.
- 4
Smoke the Chicken
Place the seasoned chicken in the smoker, breast side up. Add the soaked wood chips to the smoker box. Smoke the chicken for about 3-4 hours or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
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