Masterbuilt Electric Smoker Recipes Chicken Leg Quarters

Smoking chicken leg quarters on the masterbuilt electric smoker.

Masterbuilt electric smoker recipes chicken leg quarters.

Today we have for you smoked chicken quarters from smoking meat by jeff phillips the essential guide to real barbecue. This is one cookbook you are going to love let s explore it and touch on the art of smoking meats. We love our smoker here at noshing with the nolands and ken loves reviewing cookbooks on that subject. Smoke at 275f for about 1 5 hours or until the internal temperature reaches 185f to 190f.

Remove the chicken from the smoker let rest for 3 minutes and serve with your favorite side dish. Apple is always good with chicken. First season the leg quarters with a good dry rub or even just simple salt and pepper. If you don t prefer masterbuilt smoker we suggest you take a look at our list of best smokers on the market today.

Wash clean and dry chicken put chicken in large zip lock bags cover with italian dressing. In two batches sear the chicken quarters about 2 minutes per side or until the skin is golden brown. You ll love how the brine hydrates the smoked chicken quarters and ensures a juicy result. Fill the water pan of the smoker about half full of hot water then get it preheated and smoking with your favorite smoke wood.

Transfer the chicken to the smoker skin side up. This chicken brine recipe also gives me an an excuse to use my masterbuilt electric smoker more often. That s because combining the seasonings and moisture from the brine with the low and slow smoking process makes for a perfect piece of chicken.