Alabama White Sauce Smoked Chicken

Born in North Alabama barbecue pits, white sauce flips the usual tomato playbook with a tangy mayo-and-vinegar finish. Smoked chicken gets brushed near the end so the peppery glaze clings, a Decatur classic worth the side bowl.

Serves 4 · 15 min prep · 90 min cook

Estimate for one serving

• 360 cal
• 12g protein
• 24g carbs
• 8g fat
• 1.6g fiber

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Ingredients

• 1 whole whole chicken or halvesMeat
• 1 cup mayonnaisePantry
• 1/3 cup apple cider vinegarPantry
• 1 tbsp black pepperSpices
• 1 tbsp lemon juiceProduce
• 1 tsp horseradish optionalPantry
• to taste salt and cayenneSpices
• as needed wood for smokingPantry

Instructions

1. 1Season chicken simply; smoke or grill until done.
2. 2Whisk mayo, vinegar, pepper, lemon into white sauce.
3. 3Brush chicken with white sauce near the end and serve more on the side—N. Alabama classic.