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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James Cortese
[email protected]This recipe is a must-try! The chicken is cooked to perfection and the sauce is to die for.
john reckley
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of chicken, but this recipe changed my mind. The chicken was so juicy and flavorful, and the sauce was amazing.
Amir Suhail
[email protected]This dish is perfect for a summer cookout. The chicken is grilled to perfection and the sauce is the perfect balance of sweet and spicy.
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[email protected]I made this recipe for a party and it was a huge hit! Everyone raved about the chicken.
Paul Mashinini
[email protected]The chicken was a little overcooked, but the sauce was delicious.
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[email protected]This was my first time making honey smoked chicken and it turned out great! I'll definitely be making it again.
Naomi Foday
[email protected]I would definitely recommend this recipe. It's easy to make and the results are delicious.
Kyagulanyi Sam
[email protected]This recipe is a great way to use up leftover chicken. I made it with some rotisserie chicken and it turned out great!
Md Ahnaf
[email protected]This dish was a bit too spicy for my liking, but my husband loved it.
Laki Akter
[email protected]I love this recipe! The chicken is always juicy and flavorful, and the sauce is the perfect complement.
Isaac Trejo
[email protected]The sauce was a little too sweet for my taste, but the chicken was cooked perfectly.
Md Razzak Khan Work
[email protected]This recipe is a keeper! I'll definitely be making it again and again.
Furqan Hameed
[email protected]I followed the recipe exactly, but my chicken didn't come out as tender as I would have liked.
Kadiatu Turay
[email protected]The chicken was a little dry, but the sauce was very good.
Adrian McCormack
[email protected]This dish was easy to make and turned out great! I'll definitely be making it again.
Elsie Hinojosa
[email protected]I've made this recipe several times now, and it's always a crowd-pleaser. The chicken is always cooked perfectly, and the sauce is delicious.
DANISH RAYEEN
[email protected]This honey smoked chicken with sweet chile sauce was a hit! The chicken was tender and juicy, and the sauce was the perfect balance of sweet and spicy.