Description
Smoked Chicken Thighs are a must-try for any barbecue enthusiast or home cook looking to impress. With their tender texture and rich, smoky flavor enhanced by a homemade BBQ rub and sauce, these thighs are perfect for gatherings or cozy family dinners. The best part? They’re easy to prepare, making them suitable for both novice cooks and seasoned grillers. Simply rub the chicken thighs with olive oil and seasoning, smoke them to juicy perfection, and finish with a delightful baste of BBQ sauce. Whether served on a bun, alongside a fresh salad, or as part of a hearty rice bowl, these smoked chicken thighs will leave everyone asking for seconds.
Ingredients
- 2 pounds bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
- 2 tablespoons BBQ Chicken Rub
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- ¼ cup BBQ sauce
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat your pellet grill to 275°F.
- Trim excess skin from the chicken thighs.
- Rub each thigh with olive oil and sprinkle liberally with BBQ Chicken rub.
- Place the thighs on the grill skin-side up, insert a temperature probe into one thigh.
- Smoke for 1 to 1½ hours or until internal temperature reaches 165°F.
- Baste with BBQ sauce and smoke for an additional 10 minutes.
- Let rest for 5 minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 90 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Smoking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 thigh (approximately 130g)
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 410mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
Keywords: For extra flavor, marinate the chicken in the rub and olive oil for at least an hour before cooking. Experiment with different wood pellets like hickory or applewood for varied smoky profiles.