Description
Discover the ultimate Smoked Crispy Chicken that captures all the delicious flavors of traditional fried chicken without the frying! This tender and juicy dish is infused with a smoky aroma, making it perfect for family gatherings or cozy evenings at home. With its crispy coating and versatile serving options, this recipe will become a favorite in your household. Whether you enjoy it with your favorite dipping sauces or in a hearty sandwich, this smoked chicken is sure to impress everyone at the table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2–3 lbs chicken breasts, cut into pieces
- 1/3 cup vegetable oil (for brushing)
- 2 cups milk
- 2 tbsp Sriracha sauce
- 2 tsp salt
- 2 tsp sugar
- 1 egg
- 1.5 cups flour
- 2 tsp BBQ rub
- 1.5 tsp onion powder
- 1.5 tsp garlic powder
Instructions
- Mix milk and Sriracha sauce in a bowl to create the marinade.
- Marinate chicken pieces in the mixture for at least one hour in the refrigerator.
- In another bowl, whisk together flour, salt, sugar, BBQ rub, onion powder, and garlic powder.
- Coat marinated chicken pieces in the seasoned flour mixture.
- Preheat smoker and brush each piece with vegetable oil before placing them on smoker racks.
- Smoke chicken for about one hour until internal temperature reaches at least 165°F (75°C).
- Allow resting briefly before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Smoking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 4 oz (113g)
- Calories: 347
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 1270mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 23g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 29g
- Cholesterol: 99mg