Steps

• Step 1

  In a food processor or blender, combine the Thai chiles, paprika, Scotch bonnet pepper, sugar, salt, onion, garlic, and grapeseed oil together until smooth.

  Ingredients

  • 6  Thai chiles

  • 2 Tablespoon sweet paprika

  • 1  Scotch bonnet pepper

  • 2 Tablespoon sugar

  • 3 Tablespoon kosher salt

  • 1 Medium white onion

  • 5 Clove garlic

  • 4 Cup grapeseed oil

• Step 2

  Smother the chicken with the mixture and let it rest in fridge overnight.

  Ingredients

  • 1  whole chicken

• Step 3

  When ready to cook, set the Traeger temperature to 300℉ and preheat, lid closed for 15 minutes.

  300 ˚F / 149 ˚C

• Step 4

  Place chicken on the grill breast side up, and smoke for 3 hours, or until it reaches an internal temperature of 165℉ in the breast.

  03:00

  300 ˚F / 149 ˚C

  165 ˚F / 74 ˚C

• Step 5

  Remove from the grill and allow it to rest for 10 to 15 minutes before slicing. Serve with sides of choice. Enjoy!