Cajun Smoked Chicken (Edit recipe)

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As my friend from Pete’s Paleo put it to me once, “Smoking a chicken is just one of those simple things that takes something boring and elevates it.” He wasn’t wrong. It’s amazing how much better the chicken can be on the smoker as opposed to just roasting it in the oven.

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PREP TIME

1 hour

COOK TIME

4 hours

INGREDIENTS

Serves: 4

Ingredients

1 Whole Chicken

Cajun Seasoning

1 Tbsp Sea Salt
1 Tbsp Paprika, sweet
2 tsp Garlic Powder
2 tsp Onion Powder
2 tsp Black Pepper, coarse
1 tsp Chipotle Powder
1 tsp Cayenne Pepper
1 tsp Thyme
1 tsp dried Oregano

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Note, these instructions are written assuming the standard serving size, since you have modified the number of servings, these steps may need to be modified for best results

An hour before cooking, soak 3-4 wood chunks of your choice in water and set aside.
Rinse chicken thoroughly and pat dry with a paper towel. Set aside to rest 20-30 minutes.
Using a charcoal chimney starter, light charcoal and leave in chimney until charcoal starts to ash over.
While charcoal is preheating, add all seasonings to a small mixing bowl, and mix well
Liberally coat chicken on all sides and in the cavity with cajun seasoning and set aside.
Spread out hot coals evenly in the bottom of the smoker, there should be enough for 2 layers of charcoal.
Remove wood chunks from water and add to coals.
Fill water pan or other high heat resistant container with water and place in smoker.
Add chicken to cooking grate and cover.
Smoke chicken for 3-5 hours, depending on size, at 230°-260°F. Resist the urge to lift the lid. Each time you open the lid, add 15 minutes to your cook time.
Remove from smoker and let cool for 15-20 minutes.
Enjoy.

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This is our estimate based on online research.
Calories:	76
Fat:	4 g
Carbohydrates:	4 g
Protein:	5 g
Cholesterol:	21 g
Sodium:	1748 mg
Fiber:	1 g
Sugars:	0 g
Sugar Alcohol:	0 g
Calculated per serving.