How to Smoke Chicken Thighs

Ingredients

• 1/4 cup (60ml) olive oil
• 1/4 cup (60ml) apple cider vinegar
• 2 tablespoons (30g) brown sugar
• 2 tablespoons (30g) smoked paprika
• 1 tablespoon (15g) garlic powder
• 1 tablespoon (15g) onion powder
• 1 teaspoon (5g) cayenne pepper (optional for heat)
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 4 large bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs (approximately 1.5 lbs or 680g total)
• 1-2 cups (roughly 200-400g) wood chips (e.g., hickory, applewood, or cherry)