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chicken thighs on pellet grill

Chicken Thighs on Pellet Grill

Discover how to cook juicy and flavorful chicken thighs on pellet grill with this easy recipe. Perfect for BBQs and family dinners.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 2 hours
Marinating Time 1 hour
Total Time 3 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Calories: 220
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 4 thighs bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon garlic powder
  • 1 tablespoon smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 sliced lemon

Equipment

  • Pellet grill
  • Meat thermometer
  • Tongs
  • Small mixing bowl

Method
 

  1. Mix all the dry ingredients in a small bowl—garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, pepper, brown sugar, and thyme.
  2. Drizzle olive oil over the chicken thighs and rub the spice mix all over them.
  3. Let the chicken marinate in the fridge for at least an hour (or overnight).
  4. Preheat your pellet grill to 225°F and add your choice of wood pellets.
  5. Arrange the chicken thighs skin-side up on the grill grates and place lemon slices on top.
  6. Smoke the chicken thighs at 225°F for about 1.5 to 2 hours until the internal temperature reaches 165°F.
  7. Increase the grill temperature to 350°F and cook for another 5-10 minutes until golden brown and crispy.

Nutrition

Calories: 220kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 20gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 85mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 300mgSugar: 2gVitamin A: 1IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 5mg

Notes

This recipe is a great choice for summer barbecues or any family gathering. Serve with fresh vegetables or a side salad for a complete meal.
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