Applewood Smoked Whole Chicken
Whole chicken smoked with applewood for a mild, sweet flavor. Rubbed with brown sugar, paprika, and garlic. Can be smoked whole or spatchcocked for faster cooking. The result is juicy meat with crisped skin and deep flavor.

- Prep
- 15 min
- Cook
- 15 min
- Rest
- 15 min
- Servings
- 1
- Calories
- 400 per serving
- Temperature
- 225°F
- Difficulty
- beginner
- Cost
- $10
Ingredients
- 1 4-5lb Whole Chicken
- 0.25 cup Dark Brown Sugar
- 1 tbsp Chili Powder
- 1 tbsp Smoked Paprika
- 1 tbsp Onion Powder
- 1 tbsp Garlic Powder
- 1 tsp Oregano
Steps
- 1Apply rub; marinate 12-24 hrs.
- 2Smoke at 225°F until 165°F internal (4-5 hrs).
- 3Rest 10 mins before carving.
Dinner