Ultimate Cheater Pulled Chicken

Directions

1. 1
   To brine the chicken, Place it in an extra-large 2-gallon sealable plastic bag set in a large bowl.
2. 2
   POUR the salt and sugar into a 1-quart plastic bottle with a tight-fitting lid.
3. 3
   Add 3 cups of cold water.
4. 4
   Cover tightly and shake vigourously to dissolve the salt and sugar.
5. 5
   POUR the brine over the chicken.
6. 6
   Seal the bag and blend by gently massaging the bag.
7. 7
   Refrigerate for 1 hour.
8. 8
   Just before cooking, Drain the chicken, discarding the brine.
9. 9
   Rinse the chicken under cold water and pat dry.
10. 10
    Place in a large slow cooker (at least 5 quarts), sprinkle with the dry rub, and add the bottled smoke.
11. 11
    Cover and cook on high for 4 to 6 hours or on low for 8 to 10 hours.
12. 12
    REMOVE the chicken.
13. 13
    When cool enough to handle, remove the bones and skin.
14. 14
    Shred the meat with your fingers.
15. 15
    Use in your favorite Two-Timing Cheater chicken recipes (see chapter 8).