SMOKED CHICKEN DRUMSTICKS

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These smoky chicken drumsticks are so versatile and easy! I like to use applewood chips or other fruit woods, but maple is also a great choice. Use your favorite BBQ rub. Letting the drumsticks air dry in the refrigerator overnight, combined with a higher smoking temperature, helps prevent rubbery skin that is common when smoking chicken. Serve with your favorite BBQ sauce, if desired.

Provided by France C

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Chicken     Chicken Leg Recipes

Time 10h10m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 3

12 chicken drumsticks
¼ cup vegetable oil
⅓ cup BBQ rub

Steps:

  • Remove drumsticks from packaging and place 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). 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 hrs.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 165.3 calories, Carbohydrate 1.4 g, Cholesterol 61.9 mg, Fat 8.7 g, Fiber 0.1 g, Protein 19.5 g, SaturatedFat 1.8 g, Sodium 1279.7 mg

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