Description
A simple and rewarding recipe for smoked chicken, infusing rich flavors and making it tender and juicy.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 whole chicken
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons smoked paprika
- 1 tablespoon garlic powder
- 1 tablespoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon pepper
- Wood chips for smoking
Instructions
- Preheat your smoker to 225°F (107°C).
- Rinse the chicken and pat it dry.
- Rub the entire chicken with olive oil, then season it with smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
- Let the chicken sit for about 30 minutes to absorb the flavors.
- Place the wood chips in the smoker.
- Put the chicken in the smoker and smoke for about 240-300 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
- Let the chicken rest for 10 minutes before slicing and serving.
Notes
Use high-quality wood chips for the best flavor. Brining the chicken can add moisture.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 300 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Smoking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 50g
- Cholesterol: 120mg