Classic Smoked Whole Chicken

Perfectly smoked whole chicken with crispy skin and juicy meat.

🔪 Prep Time 20 min

🔥 Cook Time 180 min

⏱️ Total Time 200 min

👥 Servings 6

Classic Smoked Whole Chicken

Ingredients

5 lb whole chicken
2 tbsp olive oil
2 tbsp paprika
1 tbsp garlic powder
1 tbsp onion powder
1 tsp cayenne
1 tbsp salt
1 tbsp black pepper
Apple wood

Instructions

1
Remove giblets and pat chicken dry.
2
Coat with olive oil.
3
Mix all seasonings for rub.
4
Apply rub all over chicken, including under skin.
5
Let rest at room temp for 30 minutes.
6
Smoke at 275°F for 2.5-3 hours.
7
Chicken is done at 165°F in thickest part.
8
Rest 15 minutes before carving.