Smoked BBQ Chicken is a flavorful and juicy dish that’s perfect for any barbecue or outdoor gathering. The combination of a flavorful rub, smoky aroma, and tangy BBQ sauce makes this chicken irresistible. Let’s dive into the details to create this mouthwatering smoked BBQ chicken!
Ingredients
For the Chicken:
- Chicken:Â 4-5 pounds (1.8-2.3kg), whole or cut into pieces (breasts, thighs, drumsticks, wings)
For the Rub:
- Brown sugar:Â 1/4 cup (50g)
- Paprika:Â 2 tablespoons
- Garlic powder:Â 1 tablespoon
- Onion powder:Â 1 tablespoon
- Chili powder:Â 1 tablespoon
- Salt:Â 1 tablespoon
- Black pepper:Â 2 teaspoons
- Cayenne pepper:Â 1/2 teaspoon (optional, for extra heat)
- Mustard powder:Â 1 teaspoon
- Cumin:Â 1 teaspoon
For Smoking:
- Wood chips:Â Hickory, apple, or your preferred smoking wood
- Water:Â For soaking the wood chips
- Olive oil:Â 2 tablespoons
For the BBQ Sauce:
- Ketchup:Â 1 cup (240ml)
- Apple cider vinegar:Â 1/4 cup (60ml)
- Brown sugar:Â 1/4 cup (50g)
- Molasses:Â 2 tablespoons
- Worcestershire sauce:Â 1 tablespoon
- Yellow mustard:Â 1 tablespoon
- Smoked paprika:Â 1 teaspoon
- Garlic powder:Â 1 teaspoon
- Onion powder:Â 1 teaspoon
- Salt:Â 1/2 teaspoon
- Black pepper:Â 1/2 teaspoon
Equipment
- Smoker:Â For smoking the chicken
- Mixing bowls:Â For combining ingredients
- Measuring cups and spoons:Â To measure ingredients accurately
- Tongs:Â For handling the chicken
- Basting brush:Â For applying the BBQ sauce
- Aluminum foil:Â For wrapping the chicken if needed