Chicken Recipe
Juicy chicken, smoked and glazed in your choice of sauce.
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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
Method
Cooking Instructions
- 1
Prepare the Chicken
Rinse the chicken thighs under cold water and pat dry with paper towels.
- 2
Season the Chicken
In a large bowl, mix olive oil, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and smoked paprika. Add the chicken thighs and toss to coat evenly.
- 3
Preheat the Smoker
Preheat your smoker to 225°F (107°C) using your preferred wood chips.
- 4
Smoke the Chicken
Place the seasoned chicken thighs in the smoker and smoke for about 1.5 to 2 hours, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
- 5
Glaze the Chicken
During the last 30 minutes of smoking, brush your choice of sauce over the chicken thighs.
- 6
Rest and Serve
Remove the chicken from the smoker and let it rest for 10 minutes before serving.
