How long to smoke chicken thighs in a master built smoker?

It’s hard to say how long to cook chicken thighs in a smoker because the thickness of the meat and the size of your smoker will determine how long they need to cook. It’s safe to say that the thicker the chicken, the longer it will take to cook.

How long to smoke chicken thighs in a pellet smoker?

So, you’re planning on using a pellet smoker for your chicken thighs? If so, the length of time you cook them will vary based on the temperature and the number of pellets you use. In general, the higher the temperature and the number of pellets, the faster your chicken will cook. We recommend cooking your chicken thighs for between 6 and 12 hours at a temperature of between 180 and 200 degrees F.

How long to smoke thick thighs in a master built?

When it comes to thick chicken thighs, they take a little longer to cook than chicken breasts. It can take about an hour to reach an internal temperature of 165 degrees. However, if the thickest part of the thigh reaches that temperature, then it’s absolutely delicious!

How to smoke thick thighs in a pellet smoker?

Thick chicken thighs take longer to cook than thinner chicken pieces. The thicker they are, the longer they need to cook. A thick piece of chicken will take about an hour on the smoker. It will also take longer to reach an internal temperature of 165 degrees. You'll want to keep those thick thighs on the smoker for about 45 to 60 minutes.

How long to smoke chicken thighs and legs in a pellet smoker?

Look for brands with the slowest heating rates and the most temperature settings. We like the ones that are between 140 and 180 degrees, because the lower the temperature the longer it takes to cook the chicken. As a general rule, the lower the smoker temperature the longer it will take to cook the chicken.