Smoked Whole Chicken
A classic smoked chicken recipe yields remarkably tender meat that effortlessly falls from the bone, sure to become a favorite.
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Instructions
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Combine salt, sugar, pepper, paprika, thyme, and garlic.
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Rub the chicken thoroughly with the spice mixture, ensuring coverage inside, out, and under the skin.
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Refrigerate the chicken for 2 to 8 hours.
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Prepare a smoker with fruitwood chips. Smoke the chicken at 250 F (120 C) until the internal breast temperature reaches 160 F (approximately 3 hours or 45 minutes per pound).
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Remove the chicken, tent with foil, and let rest for 20 minutes.
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Carve and serve the chicken with preferred sides.
Nutritional Info (per serving)
Calories:
282 kcal
Carbohydrate:
3 g
Cholesterol:
101 mg
Fiber:
0 g
Protein:
31 g
Saturated Fat:
4 g
Sodium:
1151 mg
Sugar:
2 g
Fat:
16 g
Unsaturated Fat:
0 g