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Smoked Chicken Thighs
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Smoked Chicken Thighs

Get this easy recipe for crispy, smoked thighs cooked to perfection on any charcoal, gas, or pellet grill.
Course Grilling
Cuisine American
Keyword Smoked Chicken Thighs
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Additional Time 2 hours
Total Time 3 hours 45 minutes
Servings 6
Calories 309kcal
Author Bon Appeteach

Ingredients

  • 6 Chicken Thighs bone in with skin
  • Spice Rub your choice
  • 1 tablespoon Olive Oil
  • Optional: 2 tbsp. of Cornstarch or Baking Powder

Instructions

  • Prep Ahead: If you're looking to get the crispiest skin you can either pat the chicken dry with paper towel and leave it on a plate or baking sheet uncovered in your fridge overnight to dry out or a few hours before smoking, toss the chicken thighs in 2 tbsp. of cornstarch or baking powder to reduce the moisture.
  • Next, preheat your grill to 350 F. for indirect heat.
  • Remove the chicken thighs from the fridge and toss in the olive oil and the spice rub you prefer to use.
  • Place the chicken thighs over a cooling rack that is sitting on top of a foil pan. This catches all the fat and juices and prevents it from going into your grill. You can also just place the chicken on indirect heat on your grill grates as well if you prefer.
  • Cook for about 1 hour and 30 minutes. Check the thickest part of the chicken with a meat thermometer. It should reach 165 F. Cook longer if needed.
  • Remove them from the grill and rest 10-15 minutes as needed. Serve with your favorite sides, veggies, or use the chicken for meal prep!

Notes

Have boneless and skinless thighs? Awesome! This recipe works with any cut of chicken but boneless meat cooks fast so check it around 45-50 minutes instead or as needed.

Nutrition

Serving: 1g | Calories: 309kcal | Carbohydrates: 3g | Protein: 31g | Fat: 20g | Saturated Fat: 6g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 14g | Cholesterol: 166mg | Sodium: 308mg