>Just my not so humble opinion, but mesquite and chicken DO NOT mix.
>
>Mesquite's a grilling wood. I can appreciate what it would do to a steak
>for about 8 minutes. Smoking anything is just out of the question. Way too
>overpowering.
>
>TFM®
>

Maybe that is what is wrong. I thought it was milder than hicory so I
used it. What would be a good chicken (and Turkey) wood to use. That
may make all the difference in the world.

Bob