This Traeger Chicken Thighs recipe is low in carbs, easy to prepare, and tastes absolutely amazing!
The Smoked Chicken Thighs come out moist, tender, and have the perfect amount of smokey flavor.n the size.
Ingredients
5 lbs. chicken thighs
olive oil
large lemon, juiced
orange juice
crushed garlic
dried or fresh rosemary
sea salt
black pepper
chipotle pepper
cayenne pepper
Add oil, lemon juice and zest, orange juice, garlic, rosemary, salt, black pepper, chipotle pepper, and cayenne to a large bowl and whisk to combine.
Dip the chicken thighs, one at a time, into the marinade and transfer them to a large gallon-sized bag.
Pour any remaining marinade into the bag.
Squeeze the air out of the bag, then seal and place in the fridge for at least a few hours to marinate the chicken.
Preheat your Traeger or wood pellet grill to 200° F for 15 minutes.
Place the seasoned chicken thighs directly on the grate (skin-side up) and smoke for 20 minutes using super smoke.