Smoked stuffed chicken thighs are fantastic for a party because they can be made ahead of time. Store them covered in the refrigerator until ready to cook.
1. Remove as much fat as possible from the chicken thighs, then place thighs skin side down on a cutting board and slightly flatten out. Spread 1 tablespoon of mustard on the meat, top with a piece of the ham, the cheese, and the pickles, then roll up the thighs tightly to encase the stuffing. Season the outside of each with salt and pepper. Wrap each thigh with one strip of bacon, then wrap another strip around the opposite side, and tie each with a piece or two of butcher's twine.
2. Preheat smoker to 300F/148C degrees and add the wood as specified by the manufacturer. Place the prepared chicken thighs skin side up on the smoker rack. Smoke the chicken for about 1 1/2 hours, or until the internal temperature reaches 165F/73C degrees, and the outside is browned. Remove the twine before serving.
To crisp the skin after smoking:
Grill each thigh over medium high heat until crispy on all sides, about 3-5 minutes each side.
Oven baked method:
Preheat oven to 400F/204C degrees. Place chicken thighs skin side up on a baking sheet and bake until the internal temperature reaches 175F/79C degrees, about 40-45 minutes. Remove twine before serving.
Recipe Notes & Tips:
Scrap the fat from the skin of chicken thighs and wrap back around the meat before smoking/cooking.
Can stuff chicken thighs ahead of time. Store covered in the refrigerator until ready to cook, for up to 6 hours.
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Serving Size: 1 Serving (1016g) | ||
Recipe Makes: 1 Servings | ||
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Calories: 3647 | ||
Calories from Fat: 3044 (83%) | ||
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Amt Per Serving | % DV | |
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Total Fat 338.2g | 451 % | |
Saturated Fat 129.5g | 648 % | |
Monounsaturated Fat 142g | ||
Polyunsanturated Fat 35.3g | ||
Cholesterol 620.6mg | 191 % | |
Sodium 7503.2mg | 259 % | |
Potassium 1573.4mg | 41 % | |
Total Carbohydrate 15.1g | 4 % | |
Dietary Fiber 5.2g | 21 % | |
Sugars, other 10g | ||
Protein 133.6g | 191 % | |
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Calories per serving: 3647
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