Smoked Whole Chicken

Immerse yourself in the essence of tradition with our smoked whole chicken. Picture its succulent meat, imbued with deep smoky undertones, encased in a perfectly crisped, golden-brown skin. Gather, savor, and let each mouthful of this smoked whole chicken elevate your dining experience from the ordinary to the extraordinary.

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COOK TIME
4 Hours
COOK TEMP
225°F (107°C)
PROBE TEMP (optional)
165°F (74°C)
SMOKE TIME
2 – 4 Hours
HOLD TEMP
150°F (66°C)
VENT POSITION
1/4 Open

EQUIPMENT

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

INGREDIENTS

5 – 6 Whole Chickens
3.5 lbs Avg. Each
Desired Seasonings of Your Choice

INSTRUCTIONS

Set LCH Smoker with outlined cook settings
Dry chickens with paper towels.
Generously apply seasoning blend.
Cover loosely with film, and refrigerate for 2-4 hours or overnight.
Place chicken directly on the wire shelf in the smoker. We recommend 2 Chickens per shelf. (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!