Jul 13 2026
Restaurants›Lucille's Smokehouse Bar-B-Que›Bbq Chicken Recipe

Bbq Chicken Recipe

Inspired by Lucille's Smokehouse Bar-B-Que
Time3h
Serves4

Tender chicken marinated and smoked to perfection.

Jump to Recipe

Was this page helpful?

Help improve this recipe for others.

Send this recipe to your inbox.

We'll email it straight to you - plus weekly cooking inspiration.

Ingredients

Some product links may be affiliates. If you buy through them, you're supporting the site and Pekin may earn a commission at no extra cost to you.

Marinade

For Smoking

Method

Marinating the Chicken

  1. 1

    Prepare the Marinade

    In a large bowl, combine olive oil, soy sauce, honey, apple cider vinegar, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, black pepper, and salt. Mix well until all the ingredients are thoroughly combined.

  2. 2

    Marinate the Chicken

    Add the chicken thighs to the bowl with the marinade. Ensure that each piece is well-coated. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or ideally overnight for maximum flavor.

Smoking the Chicken

  1. 3

    Prepare the Smoker

    Preheat your smoker to 225°F (107°C). Soak the wood chips in water for at least 30 minutes before adding them to the smoker.

  2. 4

    Smoke the Chicken

    Remove the chicken thighs from the marinade and let the excess drip off. Place the chicken directly on the smoker grates. Add the soaked wood chips to the smoker box or directly on the coals. Smoke the chicken for approximately 2 to 2.5 hours, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).

  3. 5

    Rest and Serve

    Once the chicken is smoked, remove it from the smoker and let it rest for about 10 minutes before serving. This allows the juices to redistribute, ensuring tender and juicy chicken.

More from Lucille's Smokehouse Bar-B-Que