HONEY-SMOKED CHICKEN WITH SWEET CHILE SAUCE
The flavor combination of sweet and smoky is hard to beat. the chicken pieces are rubbed with a buttery honey mixture, then smoked slowly to succulent, juicy taste and texture. But as good as the smoked chicken is on its own, a rich, syrupy, sweet sauce to baste on at the end finishes it off in delicious style.
Provided by Pamela Steed Hill
Categories Chicken
Time 3h30m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Warm the butter gently in a small pan until melted. Remove from the heat and add the honey and lemon juice, stirring well until completely combined. Season with salt and pepper.
- Loosen the skin all over the chicken pieces and rub most of the honey mixture beneath it. Rub the remainder on the outside. Place on a large plate and cover with foil. Refrigerate 2-4 hours. Let stand at room temperature 30 minutes before smoking.
- Heat a small saucepan over medium heat and add the olive oil. Add the garlic and sauté 1 minute. Add the vinegar, sugar, sambal oelek, and ketchup and season with salt and pepper. Stir well to dissolve the sugar.
- Bring to a simmer and cook 3 minutes. Reduce the heat to low and whisk in the cornstarch. Cook slowly until slightly thickened and syrupy, 7-8 minutes. Transfer to a bowl and set aside until ready to use.
- Prepare a smoker or light a grill for off-heat cooking at medium-high heat, about 375° F. (If you're using a charcoal grill, it's okay for the temperature to fluctuate between 375° and 350° F as the coals cool.).
- When the smoker/grill is ready, smoke the chicken, turning every 15-20 minutes during the first hour, then every 20 minutes, for about 1-1/4 hours total.
- Baste the chicken with the chile sauce a few times during the last 10 minutes of smoking. Transfer to a platter and let rest 5 minutes.
- Serve hot, passing any remaining sauce at the table.
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hayley heilman
[email protected]This chicken is delicious! I will definitely be making it again.
Vincent Siluyele
[email protected]I'm so glad I found this recipe. It's the perfect way to cook chicken on my smoker.
Rajib Editz
[email protected]This chicken is perfect for a summer cookout. It's easy to make, and it's always a crowd-pleaser.
James Tharpe
[email protected]I love how versatile this recipe is. You can use different types of wood chips to smoke the chicken, and you can adjust the amount of chile sauce to suit your taste.
Kaamil
[email protected]This recipe is a great way to impress your friends and family. The chicken is always a hit, and the sauce is the perfect finishing touch.
Ahad Ufc
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of chicken, but I loved this recipe. The honey and chile sauce gave the chicken a delicious flavor that I couldn't resist.
Muhammad Sobaan
[email protected]This is the best smoked chicken recipe I've ever tried. The chicken was so moist and flavorful, and the sauce was to die for. I will definitely be making this again.
Lanette Austin
[email protected]I made this recipe for my family, and they all loved it. Even my picky kids ate it without any complaints.
Nathaleen Kamis
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of spicy food, but I loved this chicken. The sauce was just the right amount of heat for me.
Asim Shezad
[email protected]This chicken is so easy to make, and it always turns out great. I love that I can throw it in the smoker and forget about it until it's done.
oludare olajide
[email protected]I love the combination of sweet and spicy in this recipe. The honey gives the chicken a delicious glaze, while the chile sauce adds a nice kick. It's the perfect balance of flavors.
Mosa123 Mosa123
[email protected]This was my first time smoking chicken, and I'm so glad I tried this recipe. The chicken was juicy and tender, and the sauce was amazing. I'll definitely be making this again.
Sakiv islam
[email protected]I've made this recipe several times now, and it always turns out perfect. It's my go-to recipe for smoked chicken.
its angelix
[email protected]This chicken is so delicious! I love the smoky flavor from the honey and the heat from the chile sauce. It's the perfect combination of flavors.
Khalia Norfleet
[email protected]I love how easy this recipe is to follow. Even as a beginner cook, I was able to make this dish without any problems.
Clara Paul
[email protected]This recipe was a hit at my last dinner party! The chicken was moist and flavorful, and the sauce was the perfect balance of sweet and spicy. My guests couldn't get enough of it.