Smoked Lemon Pepper Chicken Thighs, Green Mountain Grills DB

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Avocado oil is healthier with a higher smoke point.

chicken thighs

🥗Healthier: chicken breasts

💰Cheaper: bone-in chicken thighs

Bone-in thighs can be cheaper while maintaining flavor.

Prepare the chicken thighs by turning them over to the back side.

Season the back sides of the chicken thighs with lemon pepper seasoning.

Flip the chicken thighs over to the top side and season that side with lemon pepper seasoning.

Warm up the Green Mountain Grills pellet smoker to 250°F.

Set a profile on the grill for chicken parts, allowing for 10 minutes to warm up before placing the chicken on.

Smoke the chicken thighs at 250°F for 1 hour.

Check the internal temperature of the chicken thighs after 1 hour; they should be at least 165°F.

If the chicken is not fully cooked (check temperature, e.g., 145°F), continue smoking at 250°F for an additional 30 minutes.

After 90 minutes, check the chicken thighs again; they should be around 173°F to 177°F and fully cooked.

Remove the chicken thighs from the smoker and let them rest for a few minutes before serving.

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