Smoked Chicken Thighs

Get this easy recipe for crispy, smoked thighs cooked to perfection on any
charcoal, gas, or pellet grill.

Servings: 6

Author: Bon Appeteach

Prep Time:
15 minutes

Cook Time:
1 hour, 30 minutes

Additional Time:
2 hours

Total Time:
3 hours, 45 minutes

Grilling

American

Smoked Chicken Thighs

🧂 Ingredients

1 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.
2 Next, preheat your grill to 350 F. for indirect heat.
3 Remove the chicken thighs from the fridge and toss in the olive oil and the
spice rub you prefer to use.
4 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.
5 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.
6 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!