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Easy Smoked Whole Chicken

Recipe by Mad Scientist BBQ

A simple two-stage smoked whole chicken recipe that delivers deep oak smoke flavor, juicy dark meat, and perfectly crisp skin in under three hours. Only salt, pepper, and a smoker are needed.

EasyAmericanServes 8

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Source Video
2h 55m
Prep
0m
Cook
21m
Cleanup
3h 16m
Total

Cost Breakdown

$24.25
Total cost
$3.03
Per serving

Critical Success Points

  • Trimming the tailbone tip
  • Even 50/50 salt‑pepper seasoning
  • Maintaining 225 °F for the first 2 hours
  • Raising temperature to 325 °F for crisping
  • Checking internal temperatures (165 °F breast, 175 °F dark meat, 217 °F skin)

Safety Warnings

  • Always wash hands, utensils, and surfaces after handling raw chicken to avoid cross‑contamination.
  • Use heat‑resistant gloves when opening the smoker or handling hot trays.
  • Never leave the smoker unattended while at high temperature.

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