Smoked Chicken Thighs
These smoked chicken thighs are juicy, flavorful, and perfect for any barbecue or outdoor gathering.
Ingredients - Serves 6
- Wood chips (hickory or apple) - 2 cups, soaked in water
- Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
- Black pepper - 1 teaspoon
- Salt - 1 teaspoon
- Onion powder - 1 tablespoon
- Garlic powder - 1 tablespoon
- Smoked paprika - 2 tablespoons
- Chicken thighs - 6
Let's Get Started
- Preheat your smoker to 225°F.
- In a small bowl, mix together the smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper to create a dry rub.
- Rub the chicken thighs with olive oil, then generously coat them with the dry rub mixture.
- Place the soaked wood chips in the smoker's wood chip tray or foil packet.
- Place the chicken thighs on the smoker rack, skin side up.
- Close the smoker and let the chicken thighs smoke for approximately 2 hours, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F.
- Remove the chicken thighs from the smoker and let them rest for 5 minutes before serving.
- Serve the smoked chicken thighs hot and enjoy!
Dietary Info
- Dish Type: Main Course
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 120 minutes
- Calories: 350
- Fat: 20g
- Carbs: 0g
- Protein: 40g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Sugar: 0g