Jul 09 2026

Chicken Recipe

Time2h
Serves2

Smoked half chicken, seasoned and juicy.

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Ingredients

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Chicken

Method

Preparation

  1. 1

    Prepare the Chicken

    Rinse the half chicken under cold water and pat it dry with paper towels.

  2. 2

    Make the Marinade

    In a small bowl, mix together olive oil, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, paprika, onion powder, dried thyme, and lemon juice to create a marinade.

  3. 3

    Marinate the Chicken

    Rub the marinade all over the chicken, ensuring it gets into the crevices. Let it marinate for at least 30 minutes at room temperature or up to 4 hours in the refrigerator for best results.

Smoking

  1. 4

    Prepare the Smoker

    Preheat your smoker to 250°F (121°C) using your choice of wood chips.

  2. 5

    Smoke the Chicken

    Place the marinated chicken on the smoker grill, skin side up. Smoke for approximately 1.5 to 2 hours, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).

  3. 6

    Rest the Chicken

    Once cooked, remove the chicken from the smoker and let it rest for 10-15 minutes before carving.

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