Smoked BBQ Chicken

Pat the chicken dry with paper towels. Rub olive oil over each piece of chicken.

In a small bowl, mix together the brown sugar, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, black pepper, chili powder, and cumin. Coat the chicken with the spice mixture, pressing gently to ensure the spices adhere to the skin.

Prepare the Smoker:

Preheat your smoker to 225°F (107°C) using your favorite wood chips (hickory, apple, or mesquite work well with chicken). Allow the smoker to stabilize at the desired temperature.

Smoke the Chicken:

Place the chicken pieces on the smoker rack, skin-side up. Close the smoker and cook for about 2.5 to 3 hours, or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).

Add BBQ Sauce:

During the last 15 minutes of smoking, brush the chicken with BBQ sauce. Let it cook for the remaining time to allow the sauce to caramelize and develop a sticky coating.

Finish & Serve:

Remove the chicken from the smoker once it’s cooked through. Let it rest for 5-10 minutes before serving.

Serve with additional BBQ sauce on the side, if desired.

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