Smoked Chicken Thighs Recipe
Delicious smoked chicken thighs are our favorite all year round. The smokiness from the grill plus the tasty flavors of the marinade, this recipe is hands down the best smoked chicken you'll ever taste.
Ingredients
- 8 Chicken Thighs
- ¼ Cup Avocado Oil
- ¼ Cup Worcestershire Sauce
- ⅓ Cup Balsamic Vinegar
- 2 Tablespoons Honey
- 2 Teaspoons Creole Mustard
- 1 Teaspoon Fresh Lemon Juice
- 3 Cloves Garlic chopped
- 1 Teaspoon Red Pepper Flakes
- Salt and Pepper to Taste
Instructions
- Add everything except the chicken thighs to a large resealable bag and mix around until completely combined.
- Using a paper towel pat completely dry the chicken thighs then season liberally with salt and pepper.
- Add to the resealable bag with the marinade and move the chicken thighs around in there until evenly coated.
- Place into the refrigerator and allow to marinate for at least 2 hours, longer if possible but no less than 2 hours.
- Add the hickory pellets to the smoker and turn on to 225°F.
- Place the chicken thighs onto the grill, skin side up, and close the lid. Allow to cook for about 2-½ Hours. Use a temperature probe for best results, the chicken should be 165°F to be cooked. Crank up the heat for the last 15 minutes or so of cooking to crisp up the skin.
- Remove and allow to rest 15 minutes before serving.
Notes
Remove the chicken thighs 1 hour before you intend to cook - allow to sit at room temperature.
If you smoke your chicken thighs at a lower temperatures the skin will not be crispy. Crank up the heat in the last 15 minutes just to crisp up the skin.
Nutrition
Serving: 1g | Calories: 748kcal | Carbohydrates: 17g | Protein: 61g | Fat: 50g | Saturated Fat: 12g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 37g | Cholesterol: 333mg | Sodium: 729mg | Sugar: 14g
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