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Sweet 'N Smoky Chicken

Recipe Source by Jim Perdue

Sweet 'N Smoky Chicken

Recipe Source by Jim Perdue

Jim Perdue won his sweetheart by cooking up this classic chicken dish, an heirloom recipe passed down through the family. Give it a try this Valentine's Day or for any romantic occasion!

Recipe Quick Facts

Prep
10
Minutes .
Cook
1
Hour .
Makes
4
Servings .
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Ingredients

Ingredients

  • 1 Perdue whole chicken
  • 1 large onion, sliced
  • 2 teaspoons hickory smoked salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon pepper
  • 1/2 cup ketchup
  • 2 tablespoons prepared mustard
  • 1/4 cup vinegar
  • 1/2 cup maple syrup

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Step 1

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Step 1

Preheat oven to 350 F. After cleaning cavity, place chicken on cutting board. With a sharp boning knife, cut chicken into eight pieces.

Step 2

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Step 2

On separate cutting board and using sharp, clean knife, slice onion.

Step 3

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Step 3

Place onions in a single layer in a shallow baking pan. Place chicken pieces, skin side up, atop onions

Step 4

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Step 4

Sprinkle with hickory salt and pepper. Combine remaining ingredients and pour over chicken.

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Step 5

Bake, uncovered, for approximately one hour or until chicken reaches at least 165 F internal temperature as measured with a food thermometer.

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