Honey BBQ Smoked Chicken

Recipe (Simple & Easy)
Ingredients

1 whole chicken

2 tbsp paprika

1 tbsp black pepper

1 tbsp salt

1 tbsp garlic powder

1 tbsp onion powder

1 tbsp brown sugar

2 tbsp olive oil

1 cup BBQ sauce

3 tbsp honey (for the shiny glaze)

Instructions

1. Prep the Chicken

Clean and pat the chicken dry.

Rub olive oil all over the chicken.

Mix paprika, pepper, salt, garlic powder, onion powder, and brown sugar.

Coat the chicken with this dry rub.

2. Cook the Chicken

Option A: Oven

Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F).

Place chicken on a baking tray.

Bake for 1 hour 20 minutes (or until fully cooked).

Option B: Smoker / Grill

Heat smoker to 225–250°F (110–120°C).

Smoke chicken for 2.5–3 hours for deep flavor.

3. Make the Glaze

In a small bowl mix:
BBQ sauce + honey.

4. Brush With Sauce

During the last 15 minutes of cooking, brush the chicken with the honey BBQ glaze.

Brush again right before serving for a shiny finish.

5. Serve

Let it rest for 5 minutes, then serve hot.
Great with fries, salad, or grilled veggies.