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Smoked Chicken Thighs with BBQ Glaze Recipe

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  • Author: Sara
  • Total Time: 1 hour 20 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings

Description

This recipe for smoked chicken thighs delivers tender, flavorful poultry infused with smoky goodness. Coated with a savory dry rub and finished with a tangy BBQ sauce, these chicken thighs are slow-smoked on a pellet grill until perfectly juicy and cooked through. Ideal for a hearty dinner or weekend cookout, this method ensures a crispy skin and moist interior with a deep smoky flavor.

Ingredients

Chicken

  • 2 pounds bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs

Seasoning

  • 1/4 cup easy dry rub (blend of spices such as paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, pepper, and brown sugar)

Sauce

  • 1/2 cup your favorite BBQ sauce, plus more for serving

Instructions

  1. Preheat Grill: Set the pellet grill temperature to 275 degrees Fahrenheit to prepare for smoking the chicken thighs evenly.
  2. Prepare Chicken: Trim any excess skin from the edges of the chicken thighs to prevent uneven cooking and flare-ups.
  3. Dry Rub Application: Pat the chicken thighs dry with paper towels to help the rub stick better, then thoroughly coat all sides of the thighs with the dry rub mix for full flavor penetration.
  4. Initial Smoking: Place the chicken thighs on the grill skin side up and smoke them for about 60 minutes, monitoring until the internal temperature reaches 165 degrees Fahrenheit to ensure safe cooking.
  5. BBQ Sauce Finish: Brush the thighs with barbecue sauce, then continue smoking for another hour or until the internal temperature reaches between 170 and 175 degrees Fahrenheit for caramelized sauce and tender meat.
  6. Rest and Serve: Remove the chicken from the grill and let it rest for 5 to 10 minutes to allow juices to redistribute, then serve with extra BBQ sauce on the side.

Notes

  • Maintain consistent grill temperature to ensure even smoking and cooking.
  • Use a meat thermometer to accurately check internal temperature for food safety.
  • Allow resting time to keep the chicken juicy and flavorful.
  • Optional: Customize the dry rub to your taste preference by adjusting spices.
  • Keep skin side up during smoking for crispy skin and tender meat.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Smoking
  • Cuisine: American

Find it online: https://sarabaking.com/smoked-chicken-thighs-with-bbq-glaze-recipe/