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Smoked Chicken Drumsticks

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These smoked chicken drumsticks offer remarkable versatility and simplicity! Personally, I prefer applewood chips or other fruit woods, but maple is also an excellent option. You can employ your preferred BBQ rub for seasoning. To ensure the skin turns out tender and not rubbery, consider air-drying the legs in the refrigerator overnight and employing a slightly higher smoking temperature. If you wish, pair them with your favorite BBQ sauce when serving.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 2 hours
Additional Time: 8 hours
Total Time 10 hours 10 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine world cuisine
Servings 12
Calories 165 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 12 chicken drumsticks
  • ¼ cup vegetable oil, or as needed
  • ⅓ cup BBQ rub

Instructions
 

  • Place drumsticks on a rack over a drip tray or baking sheet. Air-dry in the refrigerator, 8 hours to overnight.
  • Preheat an electric smoker to 275 degrees F (135 degrees C) and add wood chips according to manufacturer's instructions.
  • Brush drumsticks lightly with vegetable oil. Place drumsticks in a resealable plastic bag and sprinkle with the rub. Toss to coat evenly.
  • Place drumsticks on the rack in the smoker. Smoke until chicken has reached an internal temperature of 165 degrees F (74 degrees C), about 2 hours.

Notes

For extra-crispy skin, you can place drumsticks under a broiler, in an air fryer, or on a grill for 3 to 5 minutes.
 

Nutrition

Calories: 165kcalCarbohydrates: 1gProtein: 20gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 65mgSodium: 1280mgPotassium: 167mgCalcium: 33mgIron: 1mg
Keyword Smoked Chicken Drumsticks
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