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The Little Chief Front Load Electric Smoker is our original line electric smokers and a customer favorite since its introduction in 1968. The Little Chief smokers are electric and plug into any standard 3-prong 110-120 AC outlet. The Little Chief heating element will heat the smoking chamber to approximately 165° F. The Little Chief is perfect for smoking salmon, trout, other fish, jerky, sausage, fruits, nuts, cheese, turkey, bacon, hams, steaks and really any other types of foods.
Dimensions: H 24 in, W 12.5 in, D 12.25 in
Assembled Depth (in.) | 12.25 in |
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Assembled Height (in.) | 24 in |
Assembled Width (in.) | 12.5 in |
Cooking Space (sq. in.) | 431 sq in |
Accessories Included | No Additional Items Included |
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Grill Color Family | Other |
Grill Wheels | None |
Grill/Smoker Category | Horizontal |
Grill/Smoker Features | Grease Pan |
Grill/Smoker Fuel Type | Electric |
Ignition Type | Electrical |
Includes Grill Cover | Without grill cover |
Material | Aluminum |
Number of Cooking Racks | 4 Racks |
Outdoor Living Product Type | Smoker |
Product Weight (lb.) | 17 lb |
Returnable | 90-Day |
Total BTU (Btu) | 853 |
Certifications and Listings | UL Certified, UL Listed |
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Manufacturer Warranty | 2 YEARS |
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The Little Chief smoker maintains a consistent temperature of approximately 165°F. It doesn't have adjustable temperature settings.
This smoker requires minimal assembly. It essentially involves setting it up and ensuring all parts are properly connected, which is straightforward.
The product information indicates the smoker should only be used on a concrete or earthen surface, with a 2-foot clearance from any combustible material. While concrete and granite countertops themselves are non-combustible, the surrounding structure of the outdoor kitchen might contain combustible materials. Therefore, placing the smoker directly on the countertop, especially if it's close to any wood or other flammable materials, is not recommended.
While this smoker is great for adding smoky flavor, it's best suited for fish, sausage, jerky, and similar items. For larger cuts like a pork butt, you'll want to use it to smoke the meat initially, then finish cooking it in an oven or other appliance to bring it to a safe internal temperature. The Little Chief maintains a lower temperature, ideal for smoking, but not necessarily for fully cooking thicker cuts of meat.
I don't think so. It can put smoke flavor in it but then you would have to cook it in the oven to finish it
Yes, you can smoke a whole chicken in this smoker. However, because this smoker maintains a lower temperature (around 160-165°F), it's best used to infuse the chicken with smoky flavor. You'll need to finish cooking the chicken in an oven or other appliance to ensure it reaches a safe internal temperature of 165°F.
This smoker weighs 17 pounds.
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