Hanging Dry-Brined Whole Chickens on the Weber Smokey Mountain (WSM) 22!

[@moonzero3]

That chicken looked Amazing! I like how you hung the spatchcocked chicken!!!

[@theqshedbackyardbbq]

Thank you...that combo of dry-brining and hanging directly over hot coals sure is hard to beat!

[@danielroper18]

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[@theqshedbackyardbbq]

Thanks so much!

[@reghunnicutt]

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[@theqshedbackyardbbq]

Yep! It’s been awhile though:).

[@michaelbradley8937]

Thank you, this was a great-looking cook! A couple of questions about the steps in-between taking the chickens out of the fridge (post dry-brine) and putting them on the cooker: Did you add any additional rub components? Did you spray again with more of the cooking oil? And then once they're on the cooker: How important do you think the apple juice/apple cider vinegar spritz is? Have you tried or do you intend to try saucing the chickens for the last 10-20 minutes?

[@theqshedbackyardbbq]

Hey Michael, good questions! I should've covered that phase of the process, but forgot. Yes, I used more of the olive oil spray and added black pepper and garlic powder post dry brine. Not sure the spritz is critical...just keep an eye on it to be sure the meat isn't drying out. I also think the sugar in apple juice adds to caramelization. I've sauced chicken before when smoked more traditionally but typically do not. I prefer sauce on the side, for the most part, especially when hanging meat like this. The flavor is so unique I'd rather that come through on its own, vs being masked by sauce. To each his own though...thanks for watching!

[@joebrindisi2588]

Are you using the 30 gallon or 55 gallon rib hanger?? The chickens looked like they came out fantastic!!

[@theqshedbackyardbbq]

Thanks for watching Joe! I use the large hanger…I believe the small one fits the 18” WSM but not sure.

[@joebrindisi2588]

@@theqshedbackyardbbq Thanks for the quick reply on the size rib hanger I need for my WSM 22.5. I enjoy your videos and would like to see more. THANKS AGAIN!

[@StingerPat]

anyone know if the 30G hanging rack will fit my WSM 18' ?

[@theqshedbackyardbbq]

Sorry but I know nothing about the 18!