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Bbq Smoked Chicken Recipe

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@sassysredhouse

Dec 23 2025

4h

Serves 4

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Make Bbq Smoked Chicken in just 4h . Authentic LA Style

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Ingredients

Marinade

Chicken

BBQ Sauce

Preparation

Marinating the Chicken

1. Prepare the Marinade

In a large bowl, combine olive oil, apple cider vinegar, minced garlic, honey, Dijon mustard, Worcestershire sauce, smoked paprika, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper. Whisk until well blended.

2. Marinate the Chicken

Place the cleaned whole chicken in a large resealable bag or container. Pour the marinade over the chicken, ensuring it is evenly coated. Seal the bag and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight.

Smoking the Chicken

3. Prepare the Smoker

Preheat your smoker to 225°F (107°C). Soak the apple wood chips in water for about 30 minutes, then drain them.

4. Smoke the Chicken

Remove the chicken from the marinade and let excess marinade drip off. Place the chicken on the smoker grate, breast side up. Add the soaked apple wood chips to the smoker box or directly on the coals. Smoke the chicken for about 3-4 hours, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).

Making the BBQ Sauce

5. Prepare the Sauce

In a saucepan over medium heat, combine ketchup, brown sugar, apple cider vinegar, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper. Stir to combine and bring to a simmer. Cook for about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce thickens slightly.

6. Glaze the Chicken

During the last 30 minutes of smoking, brush the BBQ sauce over the chicken. Allow it to caramelize slightly before removing the chicken from the smoker.

Serving

7. Rest and Serve

Once the chicken is fully cooked, remove it from the smoker and let it rest for 10-15 minutes. Cut into serving pieces and serve with additional BBQ sauce on the side.

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