Smoked Half Chicken

Savor the essence of tradition with a smoked half-chicken. Picture its tender flesh, enriched with smoky whispers, beneath a crisped, golden exterior. This culinary delight wraps your senses in a warm, flavorful embrace, transforming a simple meal into an indulgent feast. It’s not just food; it’s a journey of taste, a celebration of smoking artistry on a plate. Gather, feast, and let every bite of this smoked marvel elevate the ordinary into the extraordinary.

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PREP TIME
15 – 30 mins
COOK TIME
10 Min. Per Pound (Add 25 minutes for each additional roast)
SMOKE TIME
1 – 4 Hours
COURSE
Main
CUISINE
American

EQUIPMENT

LCH-6-6-SK-G2 | This was prepared in an FWE Cook and Hold Oven

INGREDIENTS

12 – 36 Half-Chickens
1.75 lbs – 2.00 lbs Each
BBQ rub of your choice
Yellow Mustard (Optional)

INSTRUCTIONS

Dry chicken halves with paper towels.
Rub down the chicken with a light coating of mustard.
Generously apply BBQ rub.
Cover loosely with film, and refrigerate for 2-4 hours or overnight.
Preheat and set the LCH Smoker to the equipment settings mentioned below.
Place chicken directly on the wire shelf in the smoker. (IMPORTANT: Don’t overcrowd the shelf, leave space for the smoke to circulate.)
Start the cook cycle.
Once the cook cycle is complete, hold up to 2 hours at 150°F (66°C), serve, and enjoy!