Chicken Recipe
Juicy chicken smoked to enhance its natural flavors, served with your choice of sauce.
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Ingredients
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Chicken Ingredients
Method
Cooking Directions
- 1
Prepare the Chicken
Rinse the whole chicken under cold water and pat it dry with paper towels.
- 2
Season the Chicken
In a small bowl, mix olive oil, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, paprika, and herbs. Rub this mixture all over the chicken, including under the skin and inside the cavity.
- 3
Prepare the Smoker
Preheat your smoker to 225°F (107°C) using your preferred wood chips (hickory, apple, or cherry work well).
- 4
Smoke the Chicken
Place the seasoned chicken in the smoker, breast side up. Smoke for about 3 to 4 hours, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
- 5
Rest the Chicken
Once cooked, remove the chicken from the smoker and let it rest for at least 15 minutes before carving.
- 6
Serve
Carve the chicken and serve it with your choice of sauce.