The Best Smoked Whole Chicken

The BEST Smoked Whole Chicken

The Sweet, Simple Things Super easy & filling, and absolutely delicious!! You'll want to make this chicken all the time. Get the Full Recipe!

Preheat your smoker or pellet grill to 225 degrees Fahrenheit per manufacturers instructions.

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Pour 1-2 tbsp of olive oil over your chicken and rub it in. Get under the skin where you can.

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Add 2-3 tbsp of your favorite poultry seasoning. Rub it all over the outside of your chicken, and get under the skin where you can.

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Insert a meat thermometer into the thickest part of the breast. We will be cooking this to 165 degrees.

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Put your chicken directly on the smoker grates, breast side up. Close your lid and let it cook for 2.5-3 hrs, until it reaches 165 degrees.

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Remove from your smoker when the chicken reaches 165 degrees. Allow it to rest 30 minutes before carving.

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The Sweet, Simple Things Enjoy the best smoked chicken you've ever had! Goes great with maple garlic carrots and a big green salad. Get the Full Recipe!