Cr Chicks Smokey Recipe

Ingredients

• 4 large chicken thighs (bone-in, skin-on for maximum flavor)
• 2 tablespoons olive oil (to enhance flavor and promote even cooking)
• Salt and black pepper (to taste)
• 1/4 cup soy sauce (adds umami richness)
• 2 tablespoons smoked paprika (the key to that smokey depth)
• 1 tablespoon garlic powder
• 1 tablespoon onion powder
• 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper (adjust for heat preference)
• 1 tablespoon brown sugar (balances smoky and spicy notes)
• 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar (helps tenderize)
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin (adds earthy warmth)
• Hickory wood chips 2 cups
• Cherry wood chips 1 cup