Smoked BBQ Chicken Thighs

These chicken thighs are simple, juicy, and finished hot enough to get the skin and edges just right.

Ingredients

• 8 bone-in chicken thighs
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 2 tbsp BBQ rub
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 1/2 cup BBQ sauce

Directions

1. Pat chicken dry. Rub with olive oil, BBQ rub, garlic powder, and pepper.
2. Heat smoker to 275 degrees F.
3. Smoke chicken skin-side up for about 1 hour.
4. Brush with BBQ sauce and increase heat to 375 degrees F.
5. Cook 15 to 25 minutes more, until the internal temperature reaches 175 degrees F and the skin is nicely set.
6. Rest 5 minutes before serving.

Mood Messy Tip

Thighs are best a little past 165 degrees F because they get more tender as the connective tissue breaks down.

Smoker We Use

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We make these chicken thighs on the smoker we use at home.