Delicious Pellet Smoked Chicken Legs
Ingredients:
- 4-6 chicken legs
- Olive oil for coating
- Your favorite poultry rub or seasoning
- Wood pellets for smoking (hickory, apple, or cherry)
Optional Marinade:
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
Calories (approximate): (Note: Caloric values may vary based on specific ingredients and quantities used)
Preparation Steps:
Step 1: If using the optional marinade, whisk together soy sauce, olive oil, honey, Dijon mustard, minced garlic, and smoked paprika in a bowl.
Step 2: Place chicken legs in a large resealable bag or shallow dish. Pour the marinade over the chicken, ensuring it's well-coated. Marinate for at least 1 hour, or overnight in the refrigerator.
For Pellet Smoking:
Step 3: Preheat your pellet smoker to 225°F (107°C).
Step 4: Remove the chicken legs from the marinade and pat them dry with paper towels.
Step 5: Lightly coat the chicken legs with olive oil and season generously with your favorite poultry rub or seasoning.
Step 6: Arrange the chicken legs on the smoker rack.
Step 7: Add wood pellets to your pellet smoker according to the manufacturer's instructions. For a mild flavor, try hickory, apple, or cherry wood.
Step 8: Place the rack with the seasoned chicken legs into the preheated pellet smoker.
Step 9: Smoke the chicken legs at 225°F (107°C) for approximately 2 to 2.5 hours or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
Step 10: Once smoked, remove the chicken legs from the smoker and let them rest for a few minutes before serving.
Step 11: Serve the pellet smoked chicken legs hot, and enjoy the deliciously smoky flavor.
Whether you marinate or simply season, these pellet smoked chicken legs are sure to impress with their tender, smoky goodness. Perfect for any barbecue or outdoor cooking occasion.
How to cook Delicious Pellet Smoked Chicken Legs:
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