Traeger Chicken Thighs
Traeger Chicken Thighs are smoky, juicy, and flavorful grilled chicken thighs made on a pellet grill. With crispy skin and tender meat, they’re perfect for backyard BBQs, weeknight dinners, or meal prep.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Yield: 4 to 6 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grill
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
- 6 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons BBQ dry rub or seasoning blend
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Optional: 1/2 cup BBQ sauce for glazing
Instructions
- Preheat Traeger grill to 375°F with the lid closed for about 15 minutes.
- Pat chicken thighs dry with paper towels.
- Rub each thigh with olive oil.
- Season both sides with salt, pepper, and BBQ dry rub.
- Place chicken thighs skin-side up on the grill grates.
- Close the lid and grill/smoke for 45–60 minutes, or until internal temperature reaches 175°F.
- Optional: Brush on BBQ sauce during the last 5–10 minutes to caramelize.
- Remove from the grill and rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
Use boneless thighs for faster cooking (25–30 minutes).Apply BBQ sauce at the end to avoid burning.Choose wood pellets like apple, cherry, or hickory for different smoke profiles.Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 4 days or freeze for up to 2 months.Reheat in oven or skillet to maintain crisp skin.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken thigh
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 110mg
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