Smoked Chicken with Alabama White Sauce

Smoked Chicken with Alabama White Sauce
Alabama White Sauce was made famous by Big Bob Gibson's in Decatur, Al. The acidity pairs great with BBQ and the mayo acts as a moisture barrier especially with poultry. This is not a real common sauce that a lot of people have tried, and this recipe is my take on their classic sauce. Trust me, you have to try it!
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[@Truth.Keeper]

Like I always say "I ain't here to help you lose weight" You got yourself a subscriber.

[@theofficialdiamondlou2418]

Two

[@kellyhill2410]

BBQ seasoning is the only time a Texan will say “get liberal with it”

[@MeatChurchBBQ]

Lololol love it. Thanks Kelly!!

[@TheHoncho254]

Fo sho’ ! 😂

[@MarkHennessey]

Heh - Most Texans would likely say "Be generous with it"....

[@1HeavyHitr]

You know what's scary? All those libtards flooding Texas from California. After the next election, when it comes to Libtards, you'll probably be saying "get used to it".

[@jorgeval12345]

@@1HeavyHitr it's conservative parents with libtard kids moving to Texas from California. Texas will be worse than southern California in no time. The north is more Texas than the state of Texas.

[@rmagala]

Alabama white sauce is the truth. Haven't had Chris' but it's a bucket list item. I've had others and wasn't mad about it. Made my own once a few years ago and it was ok. Perhaps I'm due for another attempt.

[@jamesaroeuett1567]

Order a copy of Big Bob Gibson's BBQ Book. It has a recipe for white sauce in there that's really good. You can find a used copy for under $10 online.

[@gene1482]

So glad I found this channel!! Always great content to learn and try.

[@MeatChurchBBQ]

Thanks Gene!!

[@djstikzo9431]

I could the taste the chicken in my mouth, one can never go wrong with this channel 🔥🔥🔥💯🙌

[@bigcypg]

Nice I wanna make that white sauce one day

[@jojo-the-circus-monkey]

Question. I've seen this in other people's videos. But why do you have a piece of wood on the grate by the chicken? Everytime I see it it's always on the side with the off set like its blocking the meat from the heat.

[@Annunaki2012return]

Is that a Franklin offset

[@АлександрБурмин-р6л]

Хочу пожелать тебе приятного аппетита! Пусть блюда будут невероятно вкусными и очень питательными.

[@jamespringleii1534]

That a Franklin BBQ pit?

[@Dave-tb8kg]

Is that franklins offset pit??

[@MeatChurchBBQ]

No sir. Mill Scale Metalworks out of Lockhart, TX. Bigger, heavier, heirloom smoker. Thank for watching!

[@Dave-tb8kg]

@@MeatChurchBBQ that’s awesome! You’re welcome!! Definitely enjoy your cooks. Thanks for the response 🙏🙏

[@jsdk964]

Strangely enough, the ad that played during this video was for some weight loss company🤷‍♂️

[@MrPepperoni16]

And we're definitely not here to lose weight (:

[@digdoug9352]

I got a heart medication ad, lol.

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I get the trevor project ad way too often😂🤦🏾‍♂️

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Riveting

[@amanawolf9166]

Best ad I got was 10+ yrs ago. I watched a vid about people test firing a shoulder fired missile. Ad on the screen "Book your next trip to the Middle East" It took me a good minute to stop laughing.

[@teresagainey741]

I just made two whole smoked chickens with a pellet blend of hickory, apple, and maple and put them in this sauce right off the grill. AMAZING. I’m from Canada and never has meat like this. I blew my own mind.

[@griffinstewart9327]

Different pellets don't do anything you dork

[@brad_neal]

That removal of the breast bone trick is priceless! Never even crossed my mind you could do that - thanks!

[@effyoujoebu.idoitmyself]

He did that on a Thanksgiving Turkey video too. I thought it was a good trick too.

[@Joshua-ze9je]

Totally agree

[@calvinthurston1441]

Dude!

[@travisc9998]

I spatchock chicken routinely, best trick I have seen in awhile! Game changer :)

[@Pickles_McDickles]

“What are you doing dad?” Bout to make me some Alabama white sauce

[@WrinkleFitzGerald]

LOOOOOOOOOOOL

[@jbocica]

@Cyber Security STFU,

[@chevyfan029]

Roll tide

[@joeyricefried9621]

North Alabama*

[@chitala383]

I ain't here to help you lose weight. 😂. Love it. I've never had Alabama white sauce, but I love mayo so I need to give this a try. Love everything you do Matt! Keep up the great work!

[@MarkHennessey]

I had my first taste of it at a place called the Dixie Pig in South Carolina. It was fantastic. Not everything that is different it good. This is different and glorious.

[@VictoryWealth]

I’d like to think that all my purchases from Meat Church are tax deductible donations! 🤣

[@micahhollinger3419]

😂😂

[@parkersparkman7427]

Ain’t nothing better than Big Bobs! We eat it at least 1-2 times a week living here in Decatur. White sauce is a staple in our fridge!!

[@holtpage8226]

Love when I visit family in Decatur and I get some Big Bob’s barbecue.

[@dirtyserg]

"I ain't here to help you lose weight." That's how you get a new subscriber. 👍

[@MeatChurchBBQ]

😜

[@darrellharman0218]

Just made this for Mother's Day yesterday. Do not hesitate to make this, folks! It was really good. The chicken was awesome with just the Holy Cow. But, the addition of the white sauce and the creamy, peppery, and vinegary tasting notes pushed it over the top. I would definitely make it again. One more thing, I only made a 1/4 quantity of the sauce for the bird. It was plenty for just one chicken. Not everyone in my house wanted the sauce, so we served it on the side.

[@nicolew6904]

No link for the shears? I've been shopping for a good pair.

[@matadorbeagles1120]

I worked in Decatur, AL multiple times the 1990's and early 2000's and I ate at Big Bob Gibsons way too often. Sure do miss it and now I can try to replicate those memories and flavors at home here in Texas! Thanks!!!! I followed you Maple Bourbon Turkey recipe for Thanksgiving this year and it was a HUGE hit.

[@ryanstreck1518]

I made the Alabama bbq sauce and mine turned out tasting like bottled ranch 😑 know where I went wrong?

[@Night_Monkey]

When you say "get liberal" with the seasoning, does that mean to use someone else's seasoning and pocket the leftovers?

[@jshapiro34]

brunswich stew recipe? Also since y’all work discounts with black rifle can you collaborate for a coffee ancho bbq rub? Name it “in the morning rain” any military member will know the cadence and suck.

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I believe it’s In the Early Morning Rain Or C130 rollin Down the Strip My favorite: My Girl’s a Pretty Girl She’s in a Hospital...

[@jshapiro34]

@@jeffforbess6802 we can’t use she’s a vegetable lmao

[@kdr082475]

Cooked a slightly altered version of this tonight turned out great. Only swapped out the rub used for a local one in the sauce because I didn't have it on hand. Other than that followed it pretty close. It turned out great. First time using an Alabama white sauce. Very good.

[@danielc.2042]

I travel through Decatur AL a good bit and stop at Big Bob Gibsons all the time.

[@bryanfox2735]

ALABAMA SLAMMA!!! 💪🇺🇸💯🦅

[@jakehammer557]

Just stick with big bobs sauce. When you alter it any its not the same.

[@jazzjackarr]

Matt, All the way from Australia, Let’s just start with WOW!!! This is the best chicken I’ve ever had. 🙏🏻🤙🏼

[@Hititlikeyoulive]

Texas boy that Lived in Alabama 10 years. the smoked chicken with Alabama white sauce is the truth.

[@Khh_1977]

Has anyone started the great mayo debate in the comments yet? Dukes BTW.

[@MeatChurchBBQ]

Dukes & Roll Tide!

[@keithedwards892]

I swear my mouth was watering watching that

[@jjhitt5327]

Always liked chicken with Alabama white sauce. Thanks!

[@sstrick47]

Is it less appealing if we call it am Alabama mayonnaise sauce?

[@travismitchell210]

Whats it like? I've made the sauce of every region in this country but white sauce always weirds me out. I want to try it but betting my bbq on it makes me nervous 😆

[@markboczar2329]

I was thinking you could dunk the chicken in the sauce and put back on the smoker and repeat however many times to build that flavor.

[@jefferypayne4161]

I grill my while basting with the white sauce.

[@crazyhillbilly2181]

The BBQ world deserves a Meat Church and Kosmo Q collaboration.

[@cavalierfan2008]

Nope............. just nope

[@rockyzepeda]

Thanks for the guidance and visuals. What I admire most about your work is the common language you use in communicating. "Nothing fancy bout it"

[@daryand]

Great video. Learned a new trick, cutting out that breast bone. Thanks!

[@wicdgenius2k871]

Same

[@grapefruitsimmons]

So your basically covering chicken in mayo? Good to know. If someone ever hits me with the vague "you want white sauce?" Ima say no please dont put mayo on my chicken.

[@travisdray1221]

4:29

[@steampunk5683]

I love your videos. By the way, I was just in Your town. We were camping in Ennis. And I grew up near Big Bob Gibbons place. Folks, let me tell you. You got to try the Alabama white sauce. Texas got the Brisket. Memphis got the pork. But Big Bob’s in Alabama is number one when it comes to BBQ chicken

[@MeatChurchBBQ]

🙏🏼

[@jessestensby7411]

Was there a reason for that piece of wood to the right of the chickens? I'm 100% new to all of this, so forgive me if that's an obvious thing. Maybe a heat blocker so they don't dry out?

[@patscott05]

That breast bone trick! Whoa. Thanks. But, if you went 160F in the breast, what was the thigh temping at?

[@thedude1215]

Matt, My attorney has tried to contact you. It is about the 30lbs that I have gained just watching your channel! Your attention to this matter is much appreciated. 🙂

[@sandybrickman1392]

What time and temp for a pellet smoker?

[@colin4685]

I'm from scotland and I love alabama white sauce. So good

[@ZenoMuncrief1]

I just made this on the traegar... I wasn't mad at it... Very very delicious 🎉party in MY mouth!

[@bradleyputnam2014]

Unpopular opinion: I take my chicken to 170° internal temp because it provides a better texture, and if you do it right it will still be crazy juicy

[@RodStiffinton]

Nope you are exactly right. If not the dark meat will still be rubbery.

[@justnicplease9802]

I had no idea that white sauce was only common here in Alabama until I tried to order some with my barbecue in another state. I honestly can't imagine barbecue chicken without it.

[@phildavis1955]

I've got to try this!

[@Nothing-zw3yd]

We have a similar recipe up here in NY state, Cornell style bbq chicken. But you marinate the chicken in it and baste it while it's cooking, can't dip it afterwards because there is raw egg in it (I use a little mayo instead, it sticks better). Best results are on an open pit. Every firehouse and church bbq in the summertime uses the same recipe. Chicken, baked beans, salt potatoes, and a soft roll with a pat of butter. It's sublime.

[@PearsAreOkay]

I had never heard of Alabama White Sauce until I watched BBQ Pit Boys doing a St Louis style spare rib in an Alabama White! & this was only yesterday! So what else am I missing?? Lol

[@porkbelly0713]

thanks Matt, got your white sauce recipe and will fire it up this weekend. My spices showed up two days ago, I did a Wagyu burger last night with the Holy Cow, tremendous

[@gzahnd]

Love you Matt, but I don’t want anything called “Alabama white sauce.” And I was born in Alabama.

[@dr.chimrichalds6155]

That looks like some tasty yardbird!

[@evidence62er]

I ain't here to help you loose weight.....lol love it, thanks for sharing

[@kimmills7814]

Making this this weekend!

[@matthewwood9920]

From Alabama but lived in texas for about 6 years and really fell in love with the vinegar sauces and found your channel. Scrolled down and saw where you make Alabama white sauce chicken and had to subscribe. You have family in Alabama?

[@davidhernandez4156]

What the heck is “White BBQ Sauce”?!… Some kind of cheese/alfredo sauce? 39years on this planet, my first time hearing it. NW Indiana by the way. You can say Chicago to save mind-boggles. Ahh, mayo/vinegar… Coleslaw sauce. On your BBQ Chicken. Prefer the slaw on my BBQ Pulled Pork with real BBQ Sauce, but i like coleslaw.

[@slice169]

I love to watch the videos for extra inspiration and helpful techniques. My DOG likes to watch because your dog walks through the shot frequently. More shots of the dog ain't gonna hurt. Any one of us who has dogs also have dogs that know EXACTLY what we're doing out there one them pits!

[@unclescott8792]

ROLL TIDE great episode, Uncle Matt Thanks for sharing with us

[@koolkooler9437]

Mike whats in the white sauce.... Do you ever smoke with santa margarita ca Oak. I did ALMOND and oak And apple once. On tri-tip Barbaque sauce Like candy almond joy 😂

[@jakemagee6370]

Thanks for the great video and tips on cooking spatchcocked chicken in a smoker with Alabama white sauce! Followed your principles on how to cook the chicken on my Treager Pro and got great results. Dredged the chicken in Bob Gibsons Alabama White sauce and the family like it! Keep up the great work and thanks for the inspiration.

[@bmusic0980]

Is there a secret to getting crispy skin?

[@garya9828]

I can’t get enough of the Alabama White Sauce! On pork, chicken or brisket

[@crystallazzara1197]

I need a T-shirt that’s says “I Ain’t Here To Help You Lose Weight” 🤣 I also need this chicken in my life…and belly!!

[@BCHonea]

Never had white sauce because I’m a Texan thru and thru, I also hate Mayo but sometimes use our Dukes in my egg salad. You, however, have made me want to try it Matthew! I want to come play in your outdoor kitchen! Find me and reach out, I’m the Rudy’s fella and local to you

[@dunovancarr4879]

So mayo is a tricky thing. I prefer Hellmans, and will only eat that. Others prefer Duke, and will only eat that. Heathens eat miracle whip. What does the original Alabama White Sauce use?

[@mrpankau]

Freshly minced serranos are always in my Alabama white sauce. So good.

[@wendyfoster1362]

I’m new to smoking I followed this recipe why was my skin tough like leather when finished? The recipe tasted great but we had to remove the skin. I saved some of the Alabama sauce and made coleslaw out of it! Amazing!

[@johnmolis9456]

Funny I place a $100 order with your company We're supposed to come priority mail Tracking since it hasn't left your towel

[@Solo_01]

I like and follow all of your Texas style smoking. However, this Alabama white sauce is the most gross thing I've ever tried. I did not enjoy it one bit. Just my taste bud opinion. I'm sure others might like it but not me. It was worth a try though.

[@adp75]

Tried it tonight. Huge hit!!! Leftovers will make a kick-ass fettuccine tomorrow night.

[@luremeincustompaintedcrank3818]

I have seen other recipes where they brined the chicken for 4 hours. Is that really necessary to get juicy chicken? Yours looked great without brining. Thanks.

[@scottmcqueen9608]

Looks great, trying this today. I've never had alabama white sauce - great day to try something new

[@txpitmaster6127]

Thanks Matt for your videos. Your sound is great, your production quality is out of this world. I hope to meet you one day but I hope it aint at a competition! You would kick my you know what!

[@tammyschilling5362]

Do you let the chicken rest a bit before dunking, so that it's not too hot? I'm just wondering if a very hot chicken would curdle a mayo based sauce?

[@bmusic0980]

My wife loves spatchcock chicken. Gonna try it again this weekend. Maybe with AWS

[@Matt-di3ek]

I did 2 chickens yesterday I took some mayo mixed it with your gospel rub and holy cow rub to make s season compound lathered it on the chicken and oh boy were they good golden crispy skinned and juicy works with butter to but I prefer mayo on chickens and turkeys might be a newyork thing idk even steaks get a light mayo coat before the grill

[@The.illiterate.libertarian]

I’ve tried that sauce once, and it really just reminds me of coleslaws dressing, highly disappointing for meats

[@francinecorry633]

Even better with wings only! A big ol platter of wings at your next tailgate or Superbowl party.No cutting or basting just dunking and you're good to go!

[@DodgeSystems]

Ahmen to the 160, it'll continue cooking/killing bacteria and by the time you hit 165 it's gonna get dry.

[@bobbynelson5306]

The only thing I keep thinking was, did he change his glove or did he just cross contaminate everything and did he just use his contaminated glove to put pieces of chicken in his mouth…please advise

[@robertgaines8051]

Who in the hell have a dog in the kitchen or around anything when you're cooking that's just nasty and discussing that's why I cook my dam self people now day's are plain out nasty

[@dannycabrera521]

I like that I ain’t her To help you lose Weight If you want your Dish delicious then you Have to keep with Some fat well said 😜

[@robhurley5764]

I made this last night on my egg. It was amazing. I did smear a thing layer of mayo on the bird before seasoning though. 5🌟

[@dmac7403]

I add a little fresh squeezed lemon say half if one and apple juice say quarter cup to what you use ,make it your own folks first time make it traditional then dial it in to make it your own.

[@j2muw667]

Why is the chicken cooked cut side down and not cut side up, and throw some butter pats on top half way through?

[@Grizzleback07]

I like to use the sauce with mesquite smoked chicken thighs. Seems to really go well together.

[@MeatChurchBBQ]

Heck yea!

[@shawngillogly6873]

Now that sounds lovely.

[@justinditzler4168]

Did that Alabama white sauce come from some grade A Alabama black snake that AINT too damn boku?

[@vetteboy1024]

Someone should’ve put vinegar in Mayo in the first place….

[@RHEOSTAT380]

Just made this tonight. Best chicken I’ve ever had!!

[@Vanwolfstein]

How do you have only 800k subscribers. These are my go to videos and go to rubs

[@nprewitt5503]

Any suggestions on getting a crispy skin? Struggling with that part anytime I cook a chicken. Going to give this a shot. Little iffy on the Mayo but as you said, don’t knock it till you try it….

[@robertp457]

I would suggest searing it with a torch.

[@Cambone13]

Only way to get crispy skin is high heat.

[@jefferypayne4161]

I actually coat my chicken with the white sauce and baste with it while grilling the chicken. I then reserve some clean white sauce to dip with. Has anyone done this with the white sauce?

[@kunfreefriedchickenATK]

U have the link for them chicken cutters?

[@lumpanimalyt971]

You had me until you said horse radish great recipe as always Matt I own all your rubs and love em

[@rogerballard3587]

New subscriber… Supper was ate at 5. Dinner at 8.

[@zachpoe3747]

In Texas dinner is at noon and supper is the evening meal

[@edsmileytube]

Looks good and looking forward to trying it. FYI, the recipe on the website does not have the sugar listed.

[@cornbread2u2]

Are the legs and thighs fully cooked when breast is at 160°?

[@skizztrizz4453]

Dione Cole: ”They have supper.” 😂😂😂