Hardest part about poultry

[jclifton]

Smoked three chickens and one turkey now.  All turned out pretty terrific.  Thing I struggled with the most is finding the deepest part of the breast. 

Found the coldest part of the beast on the turkey with the Thermapen.  hopefully next time I'll get the probe more accurately placed and avoid opening the smoker.

Jason

 

[old sarge]

It can be a challenge!

 

[prudentsmoker]

You might want to invest in a remote thermometer. I run mine through the hole in the top. There are videos on Youtube regarding placement. Everyone I have seen suggest the meatiest part of the thigh. One other note- apple wood turns the chicken a really nice shade of brown.