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BBQ Smoked Chicken Thighs with Alabama White Sauce

Smoked boneless skinless chicken thighs with a homemade BBQ rub and Alabama white sauce glaze. 
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Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 45 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour
Servings: 12 Servings
Calories: 230kcal
Author: Mason Woodruff

Ingredients

For the Chicken

  • 3 lbs Boneless Skinless Chicken Thighs excess fat trimmed
  • 1/2 C 72g Brown Sugar
  • 2 Tbsp Smoked Paprika
  • 2 tsp Cumin
  • 2 tsp Dry Mustard
  • 2 tsp Garlic Powder
  • 2 tsp Kosher Salt
  • 1 tsp Black Pepper

For the Sauce

  • 1 C 240g Light Mayo
  • 1/4 C Apple Cider Vinegar
  • 2 Tbsp Lemon Juice
  • 2 Tbsp Prepared Horseradish
  • 1 Tbsp Black Pepper
  • 1 Tbsp Ground Mustard
  • 2 tsp Garlic Powder
  • 1 tsp Kosher Salt
  • 1/2 tsp Cayenne Pepper

Instructions

  • Mix the dry rub ingredients together before rubbing over the chicken thighs. Set aside while the smoker heats up to allow the rub to melt in.
  • Preheat a smoker to 375ºF lid closed.
  • Once hot, add the chicken thighs to the grill and cook for 30 minutes or until they reach an internal temperature of 160ºF.
  • While the chicken cooks, mix the sauce together, reserving about 1/2 cup prepared sauce for serving.
  • After 30 minutes, use tongs to dip the chicken in the sauce and place back on the grill. Cook for 15 minutes until the chicken reaches at least 165ºF internally. Remove from the grill and rest for 5-10 minutes before serving.

Notes

Chicken Notes

If you'd rather use chicken breast, place between plastic wrap and pound to an even thickness before adding the BBQ rub. You can also use a pre-mixed BBQ rub.

Alabama White Sauce Notes

You can use any BBQ sauce in place of the Alabama white sauce if you're not a fan of creamy sauces.

For Oven Baked or Air Fried Chicken Thighs

You can bake the chicken thighs directly on a baking sheet in your oven's bottom rack for 18-20 minutes at 400ºF. Brush some of the white sauce on at the end and cook for a few extra minutes until the sauce thickens. Source: spicy baked chicken thighs
You can air fry a smaller batch (about 2 thighs at a time) for 12-14 minutes at 400ºF. Brush the white sauce on top of the chicken towards the end and cook for a few extra minutes. Source: mustard balsamic air fried chicken thighs

Nutrition

Calories: 230kcal | Carbohydrates: 8g | Protein: 22g | Fat: 13g