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hogsmokers69s

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May 31, 2015
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Good day YO!

4/5# bird, gonna brine for a few hours with 

http://www.smokingmeatforums.com/t/213869/roadside-chicken

No spatch this time

Then I intend to Beer Butt with a soup can of apple juice at around 225 degrees.

Cherry/Apple wood

MES

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I think I didn't let it stay at 165 long enough.

Breast was good but there was some pink in the joints yo.

Flavor is awesome but ended up putting in the oven for a bit, shoulda probed better before I pulled out.

 
Looks good from here!

Keep in mind, even a fully cooked bird can have some pink in the joints from proteins, etc...  The USDA says that as long as ALL of the chicken meat is at 165 or above, you're safe.
 
heres a question. is it better to use the chicken stand rather than just placing them on the rack? great looking chicken btw!
 
 
heres a question. is it better to use the chicken stand rather than just placing them on the rack? great looking chicken btw!
I used to "beer can" chicken,  don't anymore.  I no longer "low and slow" chicken either.  I use a Weber kettle, (Try and get the grill temp to 300* or higher, indirect heat source).  Separate the pieces, throw em on the grate, keep a sharp eye on internal temp and pull promptly.
 
I don't think I will do another whole bird without spatching it. I cooked the last one at 350 in the uds. Skin was crisp. Came out perfect. I love the color on yours. I'm liking cherry more and more for a lot of my cooks. Nice bird.
Jason
 
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