smoked chicken thighs
I bought a small metal smoker for my Weber gas grill from Wm. Sonoma and I thought I'd give it a try this weekend. I used my grill pan instead of putting the chicken on the grill itself, I find this really helps cook the meat better and prevents burning. These thighs turned out delicious, what a wonderful flavour. I used Mesquite chips to smoke my thighs; the flavor is very subtle. It added such a delicious flavor, even hubby said, "these are good!" I know they are good when he comments. I used this recipe to enhance the flavor of the chicken even further, it was perfect. I hope you try this. I can't wait to try other meats, fish and veggies too.
prep time
20 Min
cook time
4 Hr
method
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yield
8 serving(s)
Ingredients
- 8 medium chicken thighs
- 2 teaspoons sea salt
- 1 teaspoon granulated sugar (i used brown sugar)
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon cracked black pepper
- - wood smoker
- - water soaked wood chips, i used mesquite
How To Make smoked chicken thighs
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Step 1Mix up the spices and herbs and season the thighs with the mixture. I left this sit over night in the fridge.
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Step 2Place the thighs in the gas grill and smoke the at 225-250'F. In about an hour turn the meat over. You will need to replace the wood in the smoker, take all the old stuff out and use new.
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Step 3Check the temperature of the thighs after 2 hours. If they are at 180'F they done cooking. If not continue on until they are done. This can take 2-5 hours.
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Step 4You can brush some butter over the finished thighs for an added taste treat.
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Step 5Enjoy!
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