This is my first blog post for my smoker log. My goal is to keep a record of what I cook, how I cook it and how it turns out.
One chimney of hot coals. Smoker was placed in the shade, outdoor temp was mid-70s. Initially was running too hot (near 300F) before I put the chicken on, so I splashed a little water on the coals to bring the temp down. Two medium pieces of cherry for two 3.5lb chickens. Recipe calls for cooking 3:30-4hrs @ 200-220F.
Smoker Log:
| Time | Chicken Temp | Smoker Temp | Vents |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0min | 68F | 225 | 0%, 33%, 33% |
| 30min | 99F | 250 | 0%, 0%, 0% |
| 60min | 125 | 225 | 0%, 0%, 0% |
| 90min * | 132 | 225 | 0%, 0%, 0% |
| 120min | 145 | 200 | 0%, 33%, 33% |
| 150min | 152 | 220 | 0%, 0%, 33% |
| 180min | 170 | 220 | 0%, 0%, 33% |
| 210min | 180 | 225 | 0%, 33%, 33% |
* Flipped chicken over
Chicken was a big hit. Very very moist and just the right amount of smoke flavor. Skin was of course not crispy at all, but had a nice brown color.