1/2 Chicken Recipe
Brined, rubbed, and slow smoked. Slathered with choice of sauce.
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Ingredients
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Brine
Rub
Chicken
Sauce
Method
Brining
- 1
Prepare the Brine
In a large pot, combine the water, kosher salt, brown sugar, crushed garlic, black peppercorns, and bay leaves. Stir until the salt and sugar are dissolved.
- 2
Brine the Chicken
Submerge the halved chicken in the brine solution. Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight.
Applying the Rub
- 3
Prepare the Rub
In a small bowl, mix together paprika, brown sugar, garlic powder, onion powder, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper.
- 4
Season the Chicken
Remove the chicken from the brine, rinse under cold water, and pat dry with paper towels. Rub the spice mixture all over the chicken, ensuring it's well coated.