BEST SMOKED OVEN CHICKEN RECIPE / HOW TO SMOKE NIGERIAN CHICKEN IN THE OVEN

whole chicken

🥗Healthier: skinless chicken

💰Cheaper: chicken thighs

Skinless chicken reduces fat content while thighs are a more economical option.

scotch bonnet peppers

🥗Healthier: jalapeño peppers

💰Cheaper: bell peppers

Jalapeños provide heat with fewer calories, while bell peppers are milder and less expensive.

vegetable oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Olive oil offers healthier fats, while canola is a budget-friendly alternative.

chicken stock

🥗Healthier: homemade stock

💰Cheaper: water with seasoning

Homemade stock is healthier, while using seasoned water is cost-effective.

Wash and pat dry the chickens.

Open the belly of the chickens to apply the oil base.

Remove excess fat from the chickens.

In a bowl, mix 1/2 cup palm oil with 1 teaspoon salt, 1 teaspoon mango all-purpose seasoning, onion powder, and garlic powder.

Use gloves to thoroughly rub the oil base onto the chickens.

Preheat the oven to 190 degrees Celsius.

Prepare a smoky base with spring onion, brown rice, 1/2 cup sugar, and mixed dried herbs in a tray.

Place the chickens in the oven, ensuring a baking tray is underneath to catch drippings.

Dry the chickens in the oven for a total of 3 hours and 30 minutes, checking periodically.

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