Description
Indulge in the rich, smoky flavor of smoked boneless chicken thighs that promise to elevate any meal. These tender and juicy thighs are perfect for backyard barbecues or family dinners, ensuring everyone will come back for seconds. With minimal prep time and maximum flavor, this dish is sure to impress your guests and satisfy your cravings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs boneless chicken thighs
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- ½ cup your favorite BBQ sauce (optional)
Instructions
- Pat dry the boneless chicken thighs with paper towels.
- In a bowl, mix olive oil, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Coat the chicken thighs evenly with the mixture.
- Preheat your smoker or grill to 250°F (121°C).
- Place the seasoned chicken thighs on the grill grates or smoker rack. Close the lid and smoke for about 1.5 hours.
- Check the internal temperature using a meat thermometer; it should reach 165°F (74°C).
- If desired, brush BBQ sauce over the thighs during the last 10 minutes of cooking.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 90 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Smoking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 thigh (approximately 150g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 115mg