Whole Smoked Chicken Recipe
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Ingredients
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Ingredients
Method
Instructions
- 1
Prepare the Chicken
Rinse the whole chicken under cold water and pat dry with paper towels.
- 2
Apply the Rub
In a small bowl, mix the olive oil, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, black pepper, thyme, and rosemary. Rub the mixture all over the chicken, including under the skin and inside the cavity.
- 3
- 4
Smoke the Chicken
Place the chicken on the smoker grate. If desired, pour chicken broth into a small pan and place it on the smoker to keep the chicken moist. Smoke the chicken for about 4-5 hours, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C) in the thickest part of the thigh.
- 5
Rest and Serve
Remove the chicken from the smoker and let it rest for at least 15 minutes before carving. Serve with your choice of sides.
