Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsPenguin Ed's Bar-B-QueHalf Chicken Dinner Recipe

Half Chicken Dinner Recipe

Time3h
Serves2

Smoked half of a chicken, served with 2 sides & Texas Toast.

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Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

Method

Cooking Instructions

  1. 1

    Prepare the Chicken

    Preheat your smoker to 250°F (120°C). In a small bowl, mix together the smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper. Rub the mixture onto the half chicken, ensuring it's well coated. Drizzle with olive oil.

  2. 2

    Smoke the Chicken

    Place the seasoned half chicken in the smoker, skin side up. Smoke for about 2 to 3 hours, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).

  3. 3

    Toast the Bread

    During the last 10 minutes of smoking, place the Texas Toast in the smoker to toast.

  4. 4

    Serve

    Remove the chicken from the smoker and let it rest for 10 minutes. Slice and serve with your choice of two sides and the Texas Toast.

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